Test Engineer

Test Engineer

A Test Engineer drives the full lifecycle of mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems qualification testing for engineering products and designs. This includes tailoring various test documents to meet customer-established and/or mission-specific requirements, executing test activities in a controlled environment with certified instrumentation, authoring technical documentation through each stage activity, responding to comments and questions generated by the customer, and guiding design improvements. Higher-level Test Engineers influence testing strategy, mentor team members, and enable seamless cross-functional collaboration—from initial program phases through final certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop customer-tailored test qualification procedures to align with specific military standards and mission profiles.
• Design specific instrumentation requirements for testing and setup fixtures for accurate, repeatable, and reliable testing.
• Execute qualification testing in controlled environments such as vibration, EMI/EMC, and environmental test chambers.
• Perform test data logging, in-depth analysis, and after-action reporting while providing informed actionable suggestions.
• Conduct on-the-spot troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for issues occurring before, during, and after test events.
• Write and review customer-vetted technical plans, procedures, and reports covering test activities from cradle to grave.
• Provide ideas and support on efforts to improve test infrastructure, tools, and internal processes.

Essential Skills

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable about data analysis, statistical interpretation, and technical writing.
• Familiarity with forms of testing such as environmental, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, and human-factors testing.
• Ability to operate in siloed environments as well as cross-functionally with various engineering teams.
• Ability and willingness to acquire secret level government clearance.
• Willingness to travel to complete test events at out-of-state partner/DoD facilities (up to 15%).
• U.S. Person status (ITAR requirement).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience in Engineering, Science, or a related academic discipline.
• Experience with Microsoft suite and ability to work with multiple SharePoint sites.
• Tailoring and executing DoD-standardized tests such as vibration, shock, and EMI/EMC is preferred.
• Knowledge of official military standards and specifications (MILSPEC) is preferred.
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Teams, and/or other internet-based collaboration platforms.

Work Environment

The role operates within a high-tech defense and naval engineering environment, utilizing various technologies and equipment. The engineer will work in controlled environments, such as vibration and environmental test chambers, and will engage with cross-functional engineering teams. Travel to partner and DoD facilities is required occasionally, and there is a need to acquire secret level government clearance. The work involves collaboration across multiple SharePoint sites and internet-based platforms.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Burnsville, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Burnsville, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.