Aircraft Ground Test Engineer - On-Site Irvine

Socket.dev; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

DZYNE Technologies is seeking an Aircraft Ground Test Engineer in Irvine, CA, to lead ground testing of electrical and avionics systems from PCB to full aircraft. You will develop test plans, perform hands-on validation, and ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards.

Join a team focused on quality, collaboration, and impactful defense technology. This on-site role requires travel and offers a competitive salary with annual bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience testing electrical assemblies from PCB to aircraft systems.
• Prototype board bring up and component validation.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop ground test procedures for electrical assemblies, sub‑systems, and fully integrated aircraft systems.
• Perform hands‑on testing of PCBs, harnesses, LRUs, and complex avionic/electrical systems using standard and specialized test equipment.
• Conduct functional, integration, and acceptance tests during aircraft build‑up, including power‑on, system initialization, communication checks, and safety verifications.
• Analyze test data, determine root causes of failures, and drive corrective actions with cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate test documentation including test results, discrepancy reports, and configuration records.
• Support troubleshooting during aircraft production and assist with non‑conformance investigations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, systems engineering, and flight test teams to ensure smooth transition from ground testing to flight readiness.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical system design improvements to enhance testability and reliability.

Skills

Electrical testing

PCB testing

Avionics systems

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power analyzers

Automated test equipment

Job description

DZYNE Technologies is seeking an Aircraft Ground Test Engineer in Irvine, CA, to lead ground testing of electrical and avionics systems from PCB to full aircraft. You will develop test plans, perform hands-on validation, and ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards.

Join a team focused on quality, collaboration, and impactful defense technology. This on-site role requires travel and offers a competitive salary with annual bonus eligibility.