Automated Test Engineer (Test and Inspection)

Leidos Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc in Reston, VA, seeks an Automated Test Engineer to support a government contract in the NCR. The role emphasizes hands-on hardware testing with commercial equipment, using Python and/or LabVIEW to automate tests in HWIL environments, and building GUIs for operators.

You will work with customers, train technicians, and contribute to test documentation and roadmaps.

Qualifications

• HHands-on experience with commercial test equipment from major vendors.
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Responsibilities

• Perform test, inspection, and functional verification of electronic equipment.

Skills

Hardware test

Python scripting

LabVIEW scripting

GUI development

Customer engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master's degree (Engineering or related)

Tools

HWIL test environments

NIST-traceable test equipment

Test equipment brands (Agilent/Keysight/HP/Tektronix/NI)

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking an Automated Test Engineer to support a government contract in the National Capital Region (NCR). The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience performing test and inspection (T& I) on electronic hardware using commercial test equipment, and can apply scripting (Python and/or LabVIEW) to automate hardware and software testing within hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) test environments, including building user‑facing GUIs for test operators. The role also involves engaging directly with customers to educate them on T& I capabilities and support business development. This is a hands‑on hardware‑first role - strong equipment experience matters more than a pure software background.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform test, inspection, and functional verification of electronic equipment using NIST‑traceable test equipment
• Develop and/or modify scripts (Python and/or LabVIEW) to automate hardware and software testing within HWIL test environments
• Design and build front‑end GUIs for test operators to run, monitor, and interpret automated test procedures
• Execute test procedures on equipment to validate functionality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable test and inspection requirements
• Maintain hardware and associated automated test systems
• Recommend and implement improvements to existing test processes, systems, and protocols
• Support a software configuration management system for automated test software
• Maintain system architecture to ensure versatility and consistency across multiple platforms
• Train and assist other technicians in the use of automated platforms, encompassing both automated and manual execution of test procedures
• Engage with customers to educate them on T& I capabilities, provide equipment training as needed, and support business development efforts
• Provide input to test and system documentation, improvements to capabilities, build roadmaps, and update software as required
• Update or develop documentation as necessary to support automated testing, including but not limited to:

Test and inspection requirements documents

Multimedia documentation for use with automated test systems

System documentation pertaining to hardware and software for automated test systems

Updates to test program style guides, GUI development, and architecture for existing and next‑generation test and measurement systems

• Attend meetings and reviews
• Communicate with internal team members across multiple areas, the program manager, and customer team members
• Communicate with external parties such as mission partners and vendors

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with commercial test equipment from Agilent, Keysight, HP, Tektronix, and National Instruments, to include power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, counters, power meters, signal & waveform generators, electronic loads, and audio, noise, signal, modulation and power analyzers
• Active TS/SCI; must be eligible and willing to upgrade to TS/SCI w/polygraph
• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in an engineering field, and at least 8 years of relevant experience or Masters with 6 - 10 years of prior relevant experience; at least 12 years of work experience can be used in lieu of degree/combined with education
• Working knowledge of Python or LabVIEW sufficient to automate hardware and software test procedures
• Understanding of measurement traceability and use of NIST‑traceable test equipment
• Demonstrated experience/training in the operation of electronic devices such as transmitters, receivers, and power supplies
• Strong written/verbal communication, problem‑solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills, including willingness and ability to document and share information, educate customers, and provide equipment training
• Able to work well in a team environment and as an individual contributor

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HWIL) test environments
• Experience with software testing (unit, integration, or regression testing) in addition to hardware testing
• Experience developing user‑facing GUIs or test dashboards for non‑technical operators
• Knowledge of RF principles and hands‑on RF test experience
• Knowledge of cellular technologies and/or cellular testing experience
• Background in electronics maintenance or a test and inspection (T& I) environment
• Knowledgeable of electronics and electrical engineering principles (voltage, current, RF)
• Experience with customer‑facing roles, technical training delivery, or business development support

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Original Posting

September 11, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.