Hardware & Environmental Test Engineer (Hybrid)

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Software Test Engineer for hardware and environmental testing. The role blends hands-on lab work with leadership to guide test teams, develop automated procedures, and ensure product reliability across complex systems.

You will design and execute comprehensive test plans, coordinate with engineering and requirements teams, and travel up to 15% for field testing. Proficiency in Python and Linux, plus AS9100 awareness, are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience creating test equipment configurations and test plans.
• Python scripting and test automation experience.
• Environmental testing experience (TVAC, vibration, shock).
• Linux in test or development environments.
• PCA troubleshooting ability.
• Hardware-in-the-loop or hardware-based testing background.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• AS9100 knowledge.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.
• Mentoring and leadership in test teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing activities on complex projects with innovative test solutions.
• Create detailed test plans and configurations to ensure reliability.
• Define test areas and facilities with clear specs.
• Analyze test data and update procedures or equipment.
• Train and mentor test group members and lead teams.
• Coordinate with development and requirements teams for tests.
• Develop scripted test automation to improve coverage.
• Produce clear test reports and metrics.

Skills

Test planning

Environmental testing

Python scripting

Linux systems

Hardware-in-the-loop

Leadership

Communication

AS9100 knowledge

Mentoring

Troubleshooting PCA

Tools

Bench power supplies

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Test automation tooling

Job description

Actalent in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Software Test Engineer for hardware and environmental testing. The role blends hands-on lab work with leadership to guide test teams, develop automated procedures, and ensure product reliability across complex systems.

You will design and execute comprehensive test plans, coordinate with engineering and requirements teams, and travel up to 15% for field testing. Proficiency in Python and Linux, plus AS9100 awareness, are highly valued.