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Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer, Intelligence Systems (2nd Shift)

Santa Ana, CA (OC-31)💼 Full-time💰 $146,000–$146,000🗓 2026-07-14 → 2026-09-26

Core

Ensure high-quality production of defense intelligence systems by maintaining rigorous testing standards, troubleshooting complex electrical issues, and optimizing test automation and throughput.

Role type

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer (Defense Hardware)

Builds

Defense intelligence systems and specialized engineering products for the Intelligence Community

Domain

Defense technology / Hardware manufacturing / Electronics testing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure

Required skills

Root cause analysis, test automation, PCBA testing, electrical troubleshooting, test data analysis, equipment calibration, failure mode development, process improvement, MES/PLM system usage, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Python/MATLAB data parsing, test automation frameworks, PCBA design, mechanical design, hardware communication protocols, ESS testing (thermal/vibration)

Technologies

Linux, Ubuntu, LabVIEW, NixOS, MES, PLM, TES, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, data acquisition systems

Responsibilities

Maintain ownership of production test flow and resolve complex electrical issues; Improve test systems for automation and cycle time; Generate test work instructions and train technicians; Determine root cause of failures and recommend corrective actions; Analyze test data to identify defects; Optimize test strategies for efficiency; Maintain and calibrate test equipment.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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