Systems Test Engineer

Kidde Global Solutions; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 86,216 - 101,430; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kidde Global Solutions seeks a Systems Test Engineer in Bradenton, FL to lead integration and validation testing across hardware, firmware and software. You will review design tests, define scopes and build automation tools to ensure robust product performance.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, manage test projects and budgets, document results for acceptance, and mentor test technicians in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3+ years’ experience as a Systems Test Engineer in hardware, firmware & software design and testing environments.
• Strong documentation, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Regulatory experience with UL/ULC, FM, CE and CPD preferred.
• Experience with large or networked systems test.

Responsibilities

• Represent Design Test Validation team throughout the new product development process.
• Define and develop Integration and Validation test scope, strategies and plans based on product requirements including software, hardware, communication, networking and regulatory needs.
• Manage Design Integration and Validation test projects including schedules, resources, test infrastructure, and risk management.
• Specify, design and develop test automation tools using high level programming languages and hardware.
• Review, approve and document test results to determine test acceptance.
• Develop project budgets and capital cost requirements.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions in response to validation, field and customer failures.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to test technicians.

Skills

Test engineering

Hardware testing

Firmware testing

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Meters

Power supplies

MS Office

Job description

Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Base Salary Rate: $86,216.00 to $101,430.00

Job type: Full-time

About This Role

As Systems Test Engineer you will be responsible for review, coordination and execution of all Design Integration and Validation Test activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent Design Test Validation team throughout new product development process
  • Define and develop Integration and Validation test scope, strategies and plans based on product functional requirements including software, hardware, communication, networking and regulatory agency requirements.
  • Manage Design Integration and Validation test projects including test schedules, human and test equipment resources, design and build testing infrastructure, modify existing infrastructure and manage risks.
  • Specify, design and develop test automation tools using high level programing languages and hardware.
  • Review, approve and document test results to determine test acceptance.
  • Develop project budgets and capital cost requirements.
  • Drive effective corrective and preventive actions in response to validation, field and customer failures.
  • Provide mentoring and guidance to test technicians.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years’ experience as a Systems Test Engineer in Hardware, Firmware & Software design and testing environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
• Excellent engineering documentation skills, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong background in Hardware, Firmware and Software design and testing environments
• Large system or networked system test
• Fire alarm system products and markets
• Regulatory agency experience with UL, ULC, FM, CE and CPD
• Skilled use of standard lab equipment including oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies and other measurement instruments
• Proven ability to support multiple projects in fast‑paced deadline‑driven environment
• Proficient with MS Office tools (Excel, WORD, MS Power Point, MS Project)
• Product validation or related fields

Compensation and Benefits

Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements.

Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.