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# Testing Engineer

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Vista, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $73,450.0 - $132,775.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Strategies of Testing, Hardware Testing, Yield Optimization
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18214464?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18214464%2FTesting-Engineer-California-Vista

## About the Role

* Technical Skills:Proficient with electronic test instruments (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters), test programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, LabVIEW), and ATE systems.

 * Background:Typically requires aBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.May consideradditionalexperience in lieu of a degree.

 * Work Environment:work directlyin manufacturing environment, often spending time in labs for debugging.

 * Minimum of4years of experience, with at least 1 year of experience in testing & integration

 * Experience with test plan development and technical writing

 * Working knowledge of embedded systems

 * Strong communicationskills to engage with multidiscipline teams

 * Excellent debugging skills

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Working knowledge of embedded systems

## Description

Leidos is seeking an experienced Test Engineer to support the Leidos Production Facility in Vista CA. As the Test Engineer, ensure product quality and reliability by developing, implementing, andmaintainingtesting processes, hardware, and software in manufacturing. Key roles include creating automated test programs (ATE), Designing test fixtures, troubleshooting production failures, reducing test times, improvingyieldandensuringproducts meet specifications.

Primary Responsibilities (not a complete list):

 * Test Strategy & Program Development:Design, develop, and implement test strategies, test programs, and scripts for Automated Test Equipment (ATE).

 * Hardware Design & Maintenance:Design, build, andmaintaintest fixtures, test hardware, and debugPrinted Circuit Assemblies (PCAs)tocomponentlevels.

 * Production Support & Troubleshooting:Provide daily support to manufacturing, troubleshoot assembly/component failures, anddetermineif issues are product-related or test-relatedand create troubleshooting guides for production.

 * Yield Improvement & Data Analysis:Analyze data from automated testing toidentifytrends, enhance productivity, and improve manufacturing yield.

 * New Product Introduction (NPI):Work with R&D engineering teams to introduce new products into manufacturing, ensuring testability (Design for Test).

 * Documentation & Standardization:Document test procedures, specifications, and process changes tomaintainquality standards.


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