Production Test Engineer

Paladin Consulting; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Paladin Consulting is seeking a Test Engineering professional to develop and optimize test processes for complex electronic assemblies in a DoD-focused environment. You will collaborate across multiple teams to ensure test readiness, develop test procedures, and drive improvements in hardware and software test capabilities. A U.S.

Secret Security Clearance is required or must be obtainable. The role emphasizes RF expertise, hands-on testing with RF equipment, and data-driven decision making to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with RF knowledge and 2+ years of Test Engineering experience.
• Advanced degree in a related Test Engineering discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Test and Validation Engineers develop and improve test processes based on product specs to meet customer requirements.
• Develop, test, modify, and create solutions with cross-functional teams; provide technical direction for test and troubleshooting of complex electronics and test equipment.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Design/Engineering, Test Equipment Engineering, and Program Offices to ensure test readiness and resolve issues.
• Create Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs), including test procedures aligned with product specs.
• Work with Test Equipment Engineering to define and improve test hardware and software for robust test capability.
• Support production testing, troubleshoot issues, implement engineering changes, and manage hardware under test and test equipment in manufacturing.
• Evaluate non-conforming material, perform RCCA, and determine disposition.
• Lead cycle-time improvements, ergonomic risk reduction, automation initiatives, and cost reduction via CORE and data-driven decisions.

Skills

RF knowledge

Test execution

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree in Test Engineering

Tools

TestStand

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Power meters

SPC

PRISM

PDM

CMES

Job description

Education/Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with RF knowledge and experience strongly preferred, and at least two years of prior Test Engineering experience

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance prior to start.

Job Description & Responsibilities :

• Test and Validation Engineers develop and improve test processes analyzing product specifications to determine appropriate designs and processes to support customer requirements.
• You would apply your knowledge and skills to develop, test, modify, and create solutions through a collaborative effort with various teams and provide technical direction for the test and troubleshooting of complex electronic assemblies and test equipment. If you are interested and passionate about what you could accomplish here, we would love to hear from you.
• Collaborate effectively with cross functional stakeholders, including Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Design/Engineering, Test Equipment Engineering, and Program Offices to ensure test readiness and resolutions to test issues and problems.
• Develop Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs), including test procedures, ensuring all test instructions align with product specifications.
• Partner with Test Equipment Engineering to define and improve test hardware and software, ensuring robust and efficient test capability.
• Support production testing, troubleshoot production issues and problems, integrate engineering changes, and support both hardware under test and test equipment management in manufacturing environment.
• Evaluate non-conforming material, determine disposition, and perform root cause and corrective action activities (RCCA).
• Lead cycle‑time improvements, ergonomic risk reduction, automation initiatives, and cost reduction using CORE and data‑driven decision making.

Skills & Qualifications :

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with RF knowledge and experience strongly preferred, and at least two years of prior Test Engineering experience; or
• Advanced degree in a related Test Engineering discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance prior to start.

Qualifications We Value:

• Strong theoretical and advanced practical knowledge of RF principles, RF circuits, components, and associated technical parameters.
• Proficient in interpreting test requirements, schematic diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Skilled in operating RF test equipment, including power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
• Experienced with test software platforms such as TestStand and LabVIEW.
• Demonstrated capability in test execution, fault isolation, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with FPGAs, digital circuits, and analog circuit design.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage dynamic workloads.
• Self‑motivated, efficient, and effective in collaborative, team‑based environments.
• Ability to apply RTX CORE principles to enhance processes, projects, and systems.
• Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and technology adoption.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation proficiency; experienced with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word), statistical tools (SPC, data analysis), and shop‑floor systems (PRISM, PDM, CMES).
• Active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience with refurbishment and repair processes, including handling Government‑Furnished Material (GFM) and Government‑Furnished Equipment (GFE).