Test Automation Engineer

About the role

The Test Automation Engineer will own comprehensive test engineering for Special Projects hardware from early bring-up through production ramp. Responsibilities include defining test architecture, building test fixtures, developing automated test sequences, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and own test architecture spanning incoming inspection, bench bring-up, in-process checks, qualification/reliability, and end-of-line acceptance — including measurement design, ATE/fixture architecture, limits, and production handoff
• Build production-grade test fixtures, harnesses, load banks, safety interlocks, and instrumentation racks; integrate instruments including DMMs, oscilloscopes, SMUs, electronic loads, programmable power supplies, hipot/insulation testers, LCR meters, DAQ, and machine-vision systems
• Develop and maintain automated test sequences in Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, or equivalent; build structured data capture with full traceability across station, DUT, instrument, calibration, operator, limits, and results
• Commission stations on the floor, support pilot builds, drive run-at-rate readiness, and troubleshoot false rejects, yield drops, station drift, fixture wear, supplier escapes, and intermittent failures
• Partner cross-functionally with Design Engineering on DFT and failure isolation, Supplier Quality on incoming drift and containment, and Operations on usability and serviceability; codify reusable infrastructure including sequencer libraries, fixture standards, limits-as-data, and troubleshooting runbooks

Requirements

• 5+ years in test engineering, ATE/EOL development, hardware bring-up, or manufacturing test
• Proven track record taking at least one test station or automated test platform from requirements through production commissioning
• Strong electrical test and measurement fundamentals: accuracy, uncertainty, grounding, shielding, isolation, calibration, and safety
• Hands-on experience with Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, or equivalent automated test frameworks
• Practical knowledge of MSA/Gauge R&R, Cpk, SPC, false reject rate, and root cause analysis across design, fixture, software, and supplier failure modes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EE, Electronics, Mechatronics, Physics, or related STEM — or equivalent direct experience

Skills

• High-current/high-power test experience including electronic loads, isolated measurement, and stored energy safety
• MES/data pipeline integration using SQL, REST, MQTT, or OPC-UA
• Circuit board design for custom test interfaces, signal conditioning, or protection circuits
• Familiarity with IEC 61010, NFPA 70E, MIL-STD, JEDEC, or similar electrical safety and reliability standards
• Masters degree in related STEM fields

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401(k)
• Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need
• Flexible vacation policy
• Equity

Pay

$150,000 - $250,000 (actual range may vary based on experience)

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401(k)
• Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need
• Flexible vacation policy
• Equity

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hadrian is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race inclusive of traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin (including, in California, possession of a drivers license), ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, height or weight, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, exercise of reproductive rights, any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, or any combination of the above characteristics.