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Manufacturing Test Engineer

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-28 → 2026-11-11
Based in AustraliaAustralia citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Develop and implement high-fidelity automated test processes for subsea robotics components and systems to ensure quality and scalability.

Role type

Manufacturing Test Engineer (Electro-mechanical)

Builds

Automated test software, tooling, and infrastructure for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)

Domain

Defense / Subsea Robotics / Electro-mechanical Systems

Required skills

Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, hardware communication protocols (USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN), electromechanical system testing, root cause analysis, test plan design, sensor/actuator testing, NixOS, MES integration

Preferred skills

Subsea robotics/AUV experience, PLM/MES/TES systems, Ansible/Puppet/Chef, pytest, high-voltage system testing, electrical/mechanical/software integration

Technologies

Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, NixOS, MES, USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, pytest, Ansible, Puppet, Chef

Responsibilities

Build test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream (PCBA bring-up, system checkouts, acceptance testing); Develop and manage test ecosystems to de-risk hardware; Perform hands-on root cause analysis of electromechanical subsystems; Design and maintain semi-automated testing equipment/protocols; Diagnose production test issues as first point of contact; Collaborate with design teams on risk assessments and test deployment; Produce testing logs and error code libraries; Generate controlled test instructions for technicians; Optimize full system Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT); Design and execute PCBA and electrical component tests with hands-on rework

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC