Integration & Test Engineer

About the role

We are looking for a Test Engineer to support functional testing and validation of electronic systems. This is a hands-on role focused on board-level testing, system-level testing, and documenting real-time issues. You'll work alongside design engineers and test technicians to ensure hardware performs as expected, from early prototypes to flight-ready systems.

Responsibilities

• Support system requirements verification activities through program life cycle.
• Supports product development lifecycle from requirements development, through design and implementation, and completing with verification and validation.
• Hardware, electrical, software, and firmware testing activities through design and requirement verification.
• Create verification and validation plans and test procedures tailored to the specific system requirements, encompassing both functional and environmental testing parameters.
• Conduct thorough functional testing of electronic components and systems to verify compliance with design requirements and specifications.
• Perform environmental testing, including thermal vacuum testing, vibration testing, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, to simulate the conditions of space and evaluate the performance of electronic systems.
• Interfacing disciplines such as firmware, mechanical, RF, hardware, integration & test, and program management.
• Follow written instructions to execute tasking in a standard and repeatable manner.
• Set up and break down testing work area, as per training and instruction, by applying basic electro-mechanical skills.
• Determine test outcomes, record results, and recognize when to escalate issues.
• Recommend corrections, improvements to test procedures and/or processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Comfortable using various meters and tools including multimeters, signal generators, etc.
• Identifies problems and issues in straightforward situations.
• Works independently or as part of a small team to complete assignments.
• Works with cross-functional design team to design, develop, and test electronics systems.
• Train and mentor Test Techs as needed.

Requirements

• Education/Certification: BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Years of Experience: 0-2+ years of related experience and/or a mix of similar education and experience.
• Familiarity with printed circuit assemblies and electrical test.
• Familiarity with electronics test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer).
• Demonstrated ability to learn new/proprietary software in a timely manner.
• Proven communication/interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and ability to be a strong team player.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with printed circuit assemblies and electrical test.
• Familiarity with electronics test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer).
• Demonstrated ability to learn new/proprietary software in a timely manner.
• Proven communication/interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and ability to be a strong team player.
• Ability to be granted a security clearance if needed.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lifting up 25lbs exertion.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive Motion: Constantly operates test equipment, computers and other office productivity machinery.

Working Conditions

• ESD production environment.
• Some exposure to machine noise; hearing protection may be required.
• Primarily located in Chantilly with flexibility to occasionally work in Fairfax or Sterling.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $51,000 - $113,000

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life with AD&D
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet)
• Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• 401(k) (including company match)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leaves (Parental, maternity, and military)
• Annual discretionary bonus (for eligible roles)