Senior Test Engineer

Socket.dev; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company contributions

Health savings account contribution

Telemedicine services

Life and disability insurance

Flexible 9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Hardware Test Engineer to join the Test Engineering group. You will design, develop, and validate automated and manual test systems for naval power electronics, including embedded diagnostics, test procedures, and fixtures.

The role requires strong electronics knowledge, hands-on testing, and collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams to meet cost and schedule goals. U.S. citizenship and potential security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering required.
• 7+ years of electrical/test engineering experience.
• Experience with LabVIEW and TestStand for automated test systems.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink/Cameo and familiarity with engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze embedded military systems to define and implement test methods.
• Design and develop test environments, fixtures, and equipment.
• Author and maintain detailed test procedures and reports.
• Plan, oversee, and execute qualification and production testing.
• Provide Design for Testability input and support design reviews.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Test and provide training.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and status reporting for tasks.
• Evaluate supplier components and test-related services.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Work independently and with teams to meet goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Efficient multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

NI LabVIEW

NI TestStand

MATLAB

Simulink

Cameo

Jira

Job description

Job ID:115278

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

The Senior Hardware Test Engineer will join the Test Engineering department, collaborating with technical teams across the company to understand customer needs and deliver proactive technical solutions. Responsibilities include designing, developing, integrating, and validating automated and manual test systems, as well as embedded diagnostic applications. The role also involves creating and updating test procedures, reports, and fixtures for systems and circuit card assemblies. Candidates should have strong electronics knowledge and software programming skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze embedded military systems to define and implement effective test methods
• Design and develop test environments, fixtures, and equipment
• Author and maintain detailed test procedures, reports, and documentation
• Plan, oversee, and execute qualification and production testing
• Provide Design for Testability input and support design reviews
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Test and provide necessary training
• Manage schedules, budgets, and status reporting for assigned tasks
• Specify and evaluate supplier components and test-related services
• Demonstrate strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Work independently and collaboratively to meet technical, cost, and schedule goals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Electrical/Test Engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• Diligent, quick learner with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and familiar with agile tools (e.g., Jira)
• Experienced in collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams
• Skilled in developing automated test systems using NI LabVIEW and TestStand
• Familiar with modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and Cameo
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple technical issues in parallel
• Background in nuclear power plant design and operation and IEEE 323, IEEE 344 and MIL-STD-461 are a plus
• Knowledge of actuator products and control systems is a plus
• Experience with product qualification at independent testing laboratories (EMI, Shock, Vibration, etc.) is desirable

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

• Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS.
• We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan.
• We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.
• And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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