Test Equipment Eng III/IV

Textron; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Education assistance

Career development & training

Wellness program

Health benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Textron Systems, a Textron subsidiary, seeks an experienced Test Equipment Engineer to develop automated test equipment for DoD/aerospace programs. You will design, integrate, and deploy ATE hardware and software, coordinating across electrical, mechanical, and software teams while ensuring modular, scalable solutions.

A strong EE background and hands-on testing experience are essential. The role emphasizes collaboration with design and production teams, creating test procedures, and advancing

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 5 years’ experience developing formal ATE within the DoD / Aerospace industry.
• High competency in PXI test instrumentation and Mass Interconnect, with modular ATE design.
• Experience designing control and measurement systems for analog, digital, power, and communications circuitry.
• Experience in failure analysis and troubleshooting with demonstrable skills.
• Experience with Configuration Management tools and Peer Review processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels in writing and speech.
• C# programming experience is a plus.
• IPT Lead or CAM experience with EVMS exposure is a plus.
• U.S. Secret security clearance is a plus or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Design and release custom ATE test stations, interface adaptors, cabling and fixtures for CCAs, modules, and systems.
• Produce technical presentation packages for design reviews.
• Collaborate with ATE software developers to ensure hardware/software cohesion during integration and debug.
• Produce test procedures and process documents to support ATE deployment.
• Produce schematics and interface diagrams for release.
• Design rack-mounted systems with modularity, commonality, and expandability as drivers.
• Integrate ATE with Units Under Test.
• Release drawings into configuration management.
• Derive, flow, and trace requirements from source to test report.
• Analyze equipment specs and select appropriate instruments and suppliers.
• Support contract manufacturers with questions and integration.
• Interface with product development teams to determine test strategy and coverage.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PXI test instrumentation

Mass Interconnect

C# programming

Job description

Test Equipment Eng III/IV

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for developing Automated Test Equipment (ATE) in a DoD / Aerospace Line of Business. Applicants should have a strong background in Electrical Engineering, and possess a demonstrated ability in designing, developing, integrating, and deploying Special Test Equipment (ATE / STE). Commercial Instrumentation interfaces, as well as data acquisition and control, communications, and custom cabling and fixtures will be the prime applications to be designed and automated in our ATE systems. High awareness and competency in the cohesion required between the multi-disciplinary functions (electrical / mechanical / software) required of a formal ATE team are required. Designing with Modularity and Commonality are top requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Design and release to Manufacturing Operations and/or Engineering custom ATE Test Stations, Interface Adaptors, Cabling and Fixtures for testing CCAs, Modules, and Systems

• Produce technical presentation packages for Design Reviews

• Collaborate with ATE Software developers to ensure hardware / software cohesion throughout the Integration and Debug phases

• Produce Test Procedures and Process Documents to support ATE deployment

• Produce Schematics and Interface Diagrams for Release

• Design Rack-Mounted systems with Modularity, Commonality, and Expandability as primary drivers

• Integrate ATE with Units Under Test

• Release drawings into Configuration Management

• Derive, flow, and trace Requirements from Source to Test Report

• Analyze equipment specifications and select appropriate instruments and suppliers

• Support Contract Manufacturers with questions and Integration

• Interface with product development teams to determine appropriate test strategy and coverage for functional requirements

• Interface with Production teams to satisfy Manufacturing requirements

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 5 years’ experience developing formal ATE within the DoD / Aerospace industry

• High competency in utilizing state-of-the-art conventional and PXI test instrumentation, as well as Mass Interconnect devices, while maintaining a modular, flexible and scalable ATE design approach

• High Experience in the design of Control and Measurement systems for testing Analog, Digital, Power, and Communications circuitry

• Experience in failure analysis and problem isolation with demonstrable troubleshooting skills

• Experience with Configuration Management tools and Peer Review processes

• Ability to effectively communicate and engage all levels of the organization verbally and in writing

• Experience programming with C# programming is a plus

• Experience as an IPT Lead or CAM, with EVMS exposure is a plus

• An existing U.S. Secret Security Clearance is a plus. The ability to obtain one is required.

• This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience:

• Level III: $115,800 - $176,200

• Level IV: $146,500 - $224,500

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$115,800 - $224,500 per year.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Massachusetts-Wilmington
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting: 09/14/2026, 3:30:48 PM
Job Number: 341677