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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Development Engineer - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** Costa Mesa, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, C (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Digital Electronics, Ethernet, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Schematic Capture, Software Systems, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, Hardware Testing, Software Troubleshooting, Yield Optimization, Pcb Layout, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/16C05CAD65584D97980F7DEE45C6C74C/job/ ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field 5+ years of experience developing automated test systems (ATE) for electronic products Experience designing and deploying complete test solutions from concept through production Strong Electrical Engineering fundamentals, including analog and digital circuit analysis Experience with test hardware design, schematic capture, PCB layout, and board bring-up Experience integrating and automating test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital multimeters, signal generators, and electronic loads Experience developing automated test software using Python, C, C++, C#, or similar programming languages Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience involving both hardware and software systems Experience validating embedded systems and hardware interfaces including SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, and Ethernet Ability to independently architect test strategies and measurement solutions for new products Experience working directly with design, manufacturing, and quality teams Demonstrated ownership of test systems throughout development, deployment, and suppor Experience supporting manufacturing or high-volume production test environments Experience with PXI-based test systems and instrumentation platforms Experience with Labview Experience designing custom test fixtures, interface boards, and validation hardware Experience with manufacturing yield improvement initiatives Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Gage R&R methodologies Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities Experience working with RF, wireless, or mixed-signal electronic systems Experience developing hardware validation, qualification, or production test plans Experience mentoring junior engineers or leading test development efforts Experience supporting aerospace, defense, automotive, or other high-reliability industries ## Description Insight Global is seeking a Test Development Engineer to support a prominent defense company's hardware and manufacturing teams. This individual will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying automated test equipment (ATE) and production test systems for complex electronic products. Responsibilities include architecting complete test solutions, defining test methodologies, selecting and integrating instrumentation, designing test hardware and fixtures, developing automated test software, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and supporting products throughout validation, manufacturing, and production. The ideal candidate has a strong Electrical Engineering foundation and has personally built automated test systems from the ground up, including hardware, software, instrumentation, and manufacturing integration. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [How to create a test plan for software testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/56-how-to-create-a-test-plan-for-software-testing) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges)