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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Systems Specialist - **Company:** MIT Lincoln Laboratory - **Location:** Lexington, KY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $89,400.0 - $123,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Automation of Tests, Hardware Design, Rapid Prototyping Process, Test Execution Engine, Hardware Testing, System-level Testing - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us2d5abee8489b4fa535a2d9463fbaae73/eaa ## About the Role * Associate's degree, technical certification, military technical training, or equivalent experience in electronics, electrical engineering technology, or a related technical discipline. * Extensive experience supporting electronics integration and testing in laboratory or production environments. * Experience assembling, modifying, and troubleshooting electronic hardware, cable assemblies, and connectors. * Demonstrated experience reviewing, editing, and executing formal hardware test procedures. * Experience coordinating laboratory resources, personnel, equipment, and facilities for complex testing activities. * Experience performing component-level and system-level electronics testing. * Clean room training and experience working in clean room environments. * Ability to work in closed areas, when required. * Ability to work occasionally on flexible shifts, when needed during environmental testing * Experience supporting flight hardware or other high-reliability systems. * This position requires 100% onsite presence to support laboratory operations, integration activities, and testing. * Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; TS/SCI preferred., * Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality. * Willingness to halt testing when safety is a concern or procedures are not clear. * Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent test activities. * Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. * Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams. * Ability to take detailed notes when test procedures need to be modified. * Willingness to enforce proper test processes for safety and traceability. * Strong communication skills and commitment to safe laboratory practices. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced prototype development environment supporting critical national security programs. ## Description The Software and Electronics Engineering Group (Group 76) is seeking a Specialist to provide expert technical support for the integration, assembly, testing, and deployment of advanced electronics and embedded systems. This position is a highly skilled hands-on role responsible for ensuring hardware is properly configured, integrated, and validated throughout the prototype development lifecycle. The Specialist will work closely with technicians, engineers, and program managers to ensure that electronic systems are prepared for integration and testing, laboratory resources are coordinated, and testing activities are executed safely, efficiently, and with exceptional attention to detail. Role Overview As part of the Group's continued growth in advanced prototype development, the Specialist will: Serve as a technical expert supporting electronics integration and test activities. Coordinate laboratory resources to enable efficient hardware development and verification. Ensure hardware and test configurations are fully prepared prior to formal testing. Execute component-level and system-level testing for complex electronic systems. Help maintain the Laboratory's reputation for high-quality, reliable hardware execution. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Electronics Integration and Assembly * Supervise assembly, modification, and integration of complex electronic hardware, including installation and removal of connectors, cables, harnesses, and related hardware. * Procure components for Ground Support Equipment (GSE), when needed. * Perform inspection of boards, cables, and GSE using work instructions, assembly drawings, and schematics. * Coordinate preparation of electronic and embedded systems for laboratory and environmental testing. * Verify hardware configurations prior to test execution. * Assist engineering staff with troubleshooting, hardware modifications, and rework activities as needed. 2. Test Planning and Execution * Review test plans and procedures to ensure completeness, readiness, and successful execution. * Coordinate and schedule testing activities by aligning personnel, laboratory space, equipment, instrumentation, and other required resources. * Conduct test readiness reviews and dry runs to identify and resolve issues prior to formal testing. * Execute electronics component-level and system-level testing, including bench-level, vibration, thermal, and EMI testing. * Collect, document, and communicate test observations and results to engineering teams. * Learn GSE software (Cosmos) for automated testing, run automated testing, and collect data. * Support troubleshooting activities during integration and testing. * Identify defects, propose rework procedures, and perform root cause analysis. 3. Laboratory Operations * Coordinate use of shared laboratory facilities and specialized test equipment. * Ensure laboratories remain organized, operational, and compliant with applicable safety and cleanliness requirements. * Maintain laboratory equipment and assist with calibration, configuration, and preventive maintenance. * Recommend improvements to laboratory processes, workflows, and testing efficiency. 4. Program Support * Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the hardware development lifecycle. * Support rapid prototype development, integration, environmental testing, and system demonstrations. * Participate in design reviews, integration planning meetings, and test readiness activities. * Provide hands-on technical expertise to help resolve hardware integration challenges., The Principal Extension Specialist serves as a senior Extension leader providing statewide leadership in outreach, strategic partnerships, organizational development, and advisory … + 15 hours ago, Join our dynamic manufacturing team as an Electrical Controls Specialist! 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