Electrical Test Engineer

Thales Defense & Security, Inc.; Clarksburg (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Yearly Incentive Compensation

Medical insurance

Generous 401(k) program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid leave

9/80 Work Schedule

Job summary

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is hiring an Electrical Test Engineer in Clarksburg, MD. This position involves designing automated test fixtures and developing software for tactical communication systems.

The role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including medical insurance and a generous 401(k) plan. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering, experience in manufacturing, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance.
• 2-4 years in an engineering role in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to lift/configure equipment of 30-40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test fixtures for tactical communication systems.
• Develop and validate JTAG test programs.
• Troubleshoot test failures and identify corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design teams to improve effectiveness.

Skills

LabVIEW development

Technical diagrams

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Test equipment specification

Education

BSEE/BSCE/BSME/BSCS or equivalent

Job description

Electrical Test Engineer

Req Id: 380

Location: CLARKSBURG, MD, US, 20871

Date: Jul 16, 2026

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60+ years. With over 1,000 employees, TDSI and its four subsidiaries (Advanced Acoustic Concepts, Digital Receiver Technology, Tampa Microwave, and Trusted Cyber Technologies), supports U.S. Joint Services, special operations forces and multi-national partners with a variety of communication, visualization, signal intelligence/electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities. TDSI's key technologies include tactical handheld radios, expeditionary satellite terminals, helmet-mounted displays, optics and target recognition capability, advanced radars, undersea sensing and missile systems. Lives depend on what we do!

Top Benefits (Subject to terms of applicable policies/plans)

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Compensation Plan
• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members
• Generous 401(k) program- up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

We are excited to announce that we have an opening in our Clarksburg, MD office for a Test Engineer reporting into the Test Engineering Manager. This role will be focused on the design and development of board and system level automated test fixtures including the test interface as well as developing the software programs/ procedures for a variety of tactical communication systems and subassemblies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test fixtures, ensuring modularity, maintainability, and repeatability.
• Develop and validate boundary scan (JTAG) test programs.
• Define and perform calibration procedures; maintain calibration logs and standards.Select, specify, and justify test equipment and instrumentation for production and engineering use.
• Perform test coverage analysis to ensure defect detection and high yield.
• Collaborate with design teams on DFT reviews to improve test access and effectiveness.
• Execute and document 5x5 test readiness verifications for new production lines or changes.
• Develop test procedures, standardize documentation, and ensure alignment with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Troubleshoot test failures at the board and system level; identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts, including test strategy planning and execution- while providing interface between engineering and manufacturing departments.
• Contribute to lean initiatives by improving test cycle time, reducing retest, and optimizing test station layout.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• BSEE/ BSCE/ BSME/ BSCS or equivalent 4-year degree.
• 2-4 years in engineering role in manufacturing setting.
• LabVIEW development experience.
• Basic ability in reading and creating technical diagrams and circuit schematicsusing CAD software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Fluent in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability move/lift/configure equipment of 30-40 pounds with or without assistance.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

The annualized pay range for this role is $85,639- $109,428USD along with a target incentive compensation plan (ICP) of 5%. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above. TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal, state and local laws. We are an E-Verify Employer.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales Defense & Security, Inc., please call Human Resources at 202-961-1016.

Nearest Major Market: Washington DC