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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer - **Company:** United Software Group, Inc. - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $73,450.0 - $132,775.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Automation of Tests, Code Coverage, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Digital Electronics, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, E2e Testing, Signal Integrity, Test Data, Test Execution Engine, Scripting, Test Scripts, Hardware Testing, System-level Testing, Yield Optimization - **Published:** May 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us4e033ab76ce5f59f102b72c748ff57e8 ## About the Role * Strong experience testing: * Complex PCB assemblies * System-level hardware * High-density electronic boards * Hands-on experience with: * Manufacturing test fixtures * Automated production test systems * RF measurements * Signal integrity analysis * Experience troubleshooting across: * Hardware * Test software * Fixtures * Manufacturing systems * Ability to analyze logs, test data, and debug automation scripts. * Experience with Python or similar scripting languages. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments. * Familiarity with failure trend analysis and yield improvement methodologies. * Exposure to contract manufacturing (CM) operations. * Experience supporting production ramp and sustaining engineering activities. * Knowledge of manufacturing quality systems and release processes. eye ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled Test Engineer to lead and manage manufacturing test programs for complex PCB assemblies and high-density electronic systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in system-level testing, RF measurements, signal integrity, failure analysis, and manufacturing test operations. This role requires ownership of end-to-end test execution, troubleshooting, quality enforcement, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and contract manufacturers (CMs). Candidates should be comfortable working hands-on with hardware, fixtures, automated test systems, and manufacturing environments. Key Responsibilities Test Program Ownership * Own and manage the end-to-end manufacturing test program for complex PCB assemblies and system-level products. * Serve as the single point of accountability ("Captain") for: * Test execution * Stability * Yield performance * Test readiness * Support manufacturing ramp activities and ongoing production test optimization. * Ensure test coverage, repeatability, and production reliability. Hardware Testing & Validation * Perform testing on: * Complex PCB assemblies * High-density boards * System-level hardware platforms * Analyze electrical and digital circuit behavior during manufacturing and validation testing. * Perform RF measurements and evaluate signal integrity characteristics. Test Systems & Automation * Work hands-on with: * Manufacturing test fixtures * Automated test setups * Production test stations * Analyze logs and debug scripts written in: * Python * Similar scripting languages * Support automation improvements and test infrastructure enhancements. Troubleshooting & Failure Analysis * Perform initial troubleshooting and basic failure analysis (FA) for manufacturing test failures. * Analyze test logs and output data to identify root causes of: * Electrical failures * RF issues * Functional failures * Differentiate between: * Product issues * Fixture problems * Software/test script failures * Manufacturing process issues * Escalate critical issues with supporting analysis and data. Quality Control & Test Policy Enforcement * Enforce manufacturing test policies, release criteria, and compliance standards. * Monitor and analyze key manufacturing metrics including: * Yield * Retest rates * Failure trends * Drive deep-dive investigations for abnormal trends or yield degradation. * Support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Cross-Functional Collaboration * Collaborate closely with Apple engineering teams on: * Test expectations * Failure analysis * Corrective actions * Production readiness * Interface with contract manufacturers (CMs) responsible for operating manufacturing tests. * Coordinate with: * Hardware Engineering * Manufacturing Engineering * Quality Teams * Logistics Teams, About the role: As a Senior Test Automation Engineer, you'll own performance quality across critical TQL applications and platforms. 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