Hardware Validation Engineer - Lab Ops (On-site)

Catapult Federal Services; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Catapult Federal Services in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking a Hardware Testing Engineer Group C for an on-site contract role. You will work in a fast-paced hardware validation lab, interfacing hardware, Linux systems, and datacenter infrastructure to enable next-generation computing platforms.

Responsibilities include assembling servers, updating firmware, OS deployments, and rapid troubleshooting while maintaining lab uptime.

Qualifications

• 1+ year hands-on experience in electronics/testing labs or data center environments.
• Proficient with Linux CLI and basic scripting in Bash or Python.
• Experience in OS deployment, hardware troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, configure, and commission server systems from components to racks.
• Update firmware, monitor boot, stability, and performance.
• Troubleshoot hardware/software issues and document findings.
• Perform OS deployments and hardware replacement as needed.
• Support lab operations, safety, and documentation.
• Work rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

Linux

Bash/Python

Server hardware

Networking fundamentals

Lab/testing experience

Documentation

Overtime readiness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Firmware flashing

Server management tooling

Job description

Catapult Federal Services in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking a Hardware Testing Engineer Group C for an on-site contract role. You will work in a fast-paced hardware validation lab, interfacing hardware, Linux systems, and datacenter infrastructure to enable next-generation computing platforms.

Responsibilities include assembling servers, updating firmware, OS deployments, and rapid troubleshooting while maintaining lab uptime.