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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Integration & Test Engineer - **Company:** Trident Systems Inc - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $51,000.0 - $113,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Network Analysis, Firmware, Office Suite, Proprietary Software, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), System-level Testing - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/0da87003-ac22-4086-8805-c03a864052ea ## About the Role * Education/Certification: BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering. * Years of Experience: 0-2+ years of related experience and/or a mix of similar education and experience. * Familiarity with printed circuit assemblies and electrical test. * Familiarity with electronics test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer) * Demonstrated ability to learn new/proprietary software in a timely manner * Proven communication/interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and ability to be a strong team player., * Familiarity with printed circuit assemblies and electrical test. * Familiarity with electronics test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer) * Demonstrated ability to learn new/proprietary software in a timely manner. * Proven communication/interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and ability to be a strong team player. * Ability to be granted a security clearance if needed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Occasionally lifting up 25lbs exertion. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time. * Repetitive Motion: Constantly operates test equipment, computers and other office productivity machinery. ## Description We are looking for a Test Engineer to support functional testing, and validation of electronic systems. This is a hands-on role focused on board-level testing, system-level testing, and documenting real-time issues. You'll work alongside design engineers and test technicians to ensure hardware performs as expected, from early prototypes to flight-ready systems. We're interested in individuals with a strong sense of responsibility and ownership of their work. This role is engineering-driven and an essential component to system success., * Support system requirements verification activities through program life cycle. * Supports product development lifecycle from requirements development, through design and implementation, and completing with verification and validation. * Support hardware, electrical, software, and firmware testing activities through design and requirement verification. * Participate on creating verification and validation plans and test procedures tailored to the specific system requirements, encompassing both functional and environmental testing parameters. * Conduct thorough functional testing of electronic components and systems to verify compliance with design requirements and specifications. * Perform environmental testing, including thermal vacuum testing, vibration testing, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, to simulate the conditions of space and evaluate the performance of electronic systems. * Support interfacing disciplines such as firmware, mechanical, RF, hardware, integration & test, and program management. * Follow written instructions to execute tasking in a standard and repeatable manner. * Set up and break down testing work area, as per training and instruction, by applying basic electro-mechanical skills. * Determine test outcomes, record results, and recognize when to escalate issues. * Recommend corrections, improvements to test procedures and/or processes. * Participate in continuous improvement projects. * Comfortable using various meters and tools including multimeters, signal generators, etc. * Identifies problems and issues in straightforward situations. * Works independently or as part of a small team to complete assignments. * Works with cross functional design team to design, develop and test electronics systems. * Train and mentor Test Techs as needed. ## Related Videos - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [One Platform Could Not Fit Them All](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1919-one-platform-could-not-fit-them-all) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [How Sparking Developer Joy Unlocks Developer Productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/613-how-sparking-developer-joy-unlocks-developer-productivity) ## Related Articles - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer)