Test Engineer III

Leonardo DRS; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Flexible work schedules (9/80)

Job summary

Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems in Danbury, CT, seeks a Hardware Test Engineer to join the Test Engineering team. You will design, develop, integrate, and validate automated and manual test systems and embedded diagnostic applications to meet customer needs.

Ideal candidates have strong electronics knowledge, software programming skills, and experience with LabVIEW, TestStand, MATLAB/Simulink. The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing, with a

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 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 MATLAB, Simulink, and Cameo.
• Background in nuclear power plant design and operation and MIL standards is a plus
• Knowledge of actuator products and control systems is a plus
• Experience with product qualification at independent testing laboratories is desirable

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.

Skills

Electrical/Test Engineering experience

Strong communication skills

Agile tools experience

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

NI LabVIEW

TestStand

MATLAB

Simulink

Cameo

Job description

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Location: Danbury, CT, US, 06810-8147

Job ID:114034

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 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 requires 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.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

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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