Senior Test Engineer

AEVEX Corp.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AEVEX Aerospace in Tampa, FL seeks a Senior Test Engineer to design, develop, and validate automated and manual test systems for embedded military hardware, and to create test procedures and fixtures for circuit card assemblies.

The role requires strong electronics knowledge, software programming skills, and experience with LabVIEW, TestStand, MATLAB/Simulink, and familiarity with MIL-STD-461. A Top Secret DoD clearance or the ability to obtain one is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• 9+ years of Electrical/Test Engineering experience.
• Experience collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze embedded military systems to define and implement test methods.
• Design and develop test environments, fixtures, and equipment.
• Authorize 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 Engineering and provide training.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and status reporting for tasks.
• Specify and evaluate supplier components and test-related services.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Work independently and in teams to meet goals.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

Software programming

Microsoft Office familiarity

Jira familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

NI LabVIEW

TestStand

PLC

MATLAB

Simulink

Cameo

Jira

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Test Engineer position includes 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. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge surrounding designing and developing unit level and automated testing equipment on assemblies and sub-assemblies.

Essential Functions

• 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 Engineering 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.
• Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• 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).
• Strongly skilled in developing automated test systems using NI LabVIEW, TestStand, PLC.
• Strong familiarity in modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and Cameo. Ability to multitask and manage multiple technical issues in parallel.
• Strong background in IEEE 323, IEEE 344 and MIL-STD-461 are a plus

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related degree.

Experience

• 9+ years of Electrical/Test Engineering experience
• Experienced in collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.