Senior Test Engineer

Sr Test Equipment Design Engineer

We are seeking a Sr Test Equipment Design Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for engineers with a strong experience in electrical design and software automation who are passionate about developing advanced test platforms and architectures.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, building, and integrating test solutions for a variety of defense programs. These solutions span analog/digital, RF, high-power, and embedded systems, and include both custom and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) automated test equipment (ATE).

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop test hardware, software, and firmware from requirements definition through deployment.
• Support test disciplines including power, analog, digital, and RF.
• Lead small engineering teams, managing technical execution and reporting project status (cost/schedule) to leadership.
• Identify and resolve test readiness issues throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and suppliers on test adapter design and integration.
• Ensure adherence to project budgets, schedules, and performance goals.
• Support manufacturing operations with on-site troubleshooting and debugging.
• Present technical work clearly in project status meetings and design reviews.
• Engage in continuous technical growth and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design and test development across multiple disciplines (Power, Analog, Digital, RF).
• Proficiency with LabVIEW and NI TestStand for automated test development.
• Strong understanding of test system architecture and integration.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded software/firmware development.
• Familiarity with COTS ATE and custom electro-mechanical fixtures.
• Prior experience in defense or aerospace industry.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tewksbury,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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