• Test Engineer

    Actalent (Redmond, WA)


    Job Title: Test Engineer

    Job Description

    The Test Engineer will be responsible for defining and implementing manufacturing and test processes for Satellite PCBA sub-systems. As a key member of the development team, you will serve as the main interface among internal engineering and operations teams as well as with our manufacturing partners. Your role will encompass developing test strategies, implementing, and optimizing test setups and processes at Contract Manufacturing sites, including the identification, specification, design, and qualification of test fixtures, test equipment, and diagnostic software.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and optimize test strategies and setups at Contract Manufacturing sites.

    + Identify, specify, design, and qualify test fixtures, equipment, and diagnostic software.

    + Work with Design and Manufacturing teams to identify and escalate manufacturing challenges by enforcing DFM and DFT principles.

    + Identify and report product failures to manufacturing and quality teams.

    + Train operators on the process and support recurring certification programs.

    + Record, analyze, and report process metrics to predict and mitigate process failures.

    + Root cause process failures and implement corrective actions.

    + Manage configuration changes and enforce configuration control throughout the process.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in a manufacturing setting or on a manufacturing floor.

    + Experience working with customers or contract manufacturers.

    + Proficiency in LabVIEW, Python, and test development.

    + Experience in test planning and test case writing.

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

    + 4+ years of experience building test fixtures and complex test systems including RF Functional Tests, High Power Electrical Tests, and ICT/bed-of-nails.

    + 4+ years of experience integrating software and hardware systems.

    + 4+ years of experience using standard electronic lab test equipment (i.e., oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.).

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience designing and building complex test systems including ICT, bed-of-nails, BIST, and functional tests.

    + Experience in test plans and protocols related to established Space Hardware test processes (GEVS / SMC-S-016).

    + Knowledge of software tools for test automation (e.g., NI LabVIEW and TestStand, Python).

    + Experience with power supplies, FPGAs, sensors, RF, and high-speed digital interfaces.

    + Experience in the space/aerospace sector is a plus.

    + RF experience is highly beneficial.

    Work Environment

    The position requires traveling onsite at a customer site in Carson City, NV. The environment involves sitting onsite at the Contract Manufacturer's location, engaging with various teams and technologies.

     

    We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage

     

    based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected

     

    classification.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may

    depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits

    are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or

    program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the

    following:

    + Medical, dental & vision

    + 401(k)/Roth

    + Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)

    + Short and long-term disability

    + Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HAS & DCFSA)

    + Transportation benefits

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Time off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.