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# Test Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Cypress, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $176,800.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Data Integrity, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Test Data, Visual Systems, Scripting, Test Scripts
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/B5461BCB7E8D47068606AA26E91C1009/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
 * Minimum of 3 years of hands-on engineering or test engineering experience.
 * Experience developing and executing test procedures, test plans, and test reports.
 * Proficiency using test equipment, including oscilloscopes and related measurement instruments.
 * Experience with system integration, system operation, and system calibration in a test environment.
 * Hands-on experience performing data collection, data analysis, and fault analysis.
 * Working knowledge of space flight and/or defense programs.
 * Experience testing infrared sensors, optical technologies, or related sensor systems.
 * Familiarity with cryogenic systems, dewars, and noise measurements in sensor or optical applications.
 * Ability and interest in working in a clean room environment.
 * Proficiency with MATLAB for data analysis and test automation or scripting.
 * Proficiency with Python for data processing, scripting, or test automation.
 * US citizenship.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Experience with optics and infrared sensor technology in a test or development environment.
 * Background in sensor technology, including performance characterization and noise measurement techniques.
 * Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to complex test and integration challenges.
 * Clear written and verbal communication skills for documenting test results and presenting findings.
 * Motivation to contribute directly to a critical space payload program and see the impact of test activities on mission success.

## Description

The Test Engineer will develop and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and reports to verify system requirements for a critical space payload program. This role involves hands-on integration and testing, including system operation, calibration, data collection, and fault analysis, with a strong focus on infrared sensor and optical technologies., * Develop detailed test plans, test procedures, and test reports to verify system requirements and ensure product performance.

 * Perform hands-on system integration and testing, including setup, operation, and monitoring of test configurations.
 * Conduct system calibration activities to ensure accurate and repeatable measurements.
 * Execute data-taking activities, collect test data, and ensure data integrity throughout the test process.
 * Analyze test results and perform fault analysis to identify, diagnose, and help resolve issues.
 * Use test equipment such as oscilloscopes and other specialized instruments to perform measurements and troubleshoot systems.
 * Support testing of infrared sensors, optical components, and related sensor technologies.
 * Perform noise measurements and other performance evaluations on sensor and optical systems.
 * Work with cryogenic systems and dewars as required for infrared and sensor testing.
 * Collaborate closely with other test engineers, leadership, and cross-functional engineering disciplines to plan and execute tests.
 * Apply working knowledge of space flight and defense programs to ensure tests meet relevant standards and mission requirements.
 * Follow clean room procedures and best practices when working with sensitive hardware and payloads.
 * Document test setups, configurations, results, and findings in a clear and traceable manner.
 * Contribute to continuous improvement of test methods, tools, and processes to enhance test efficiency and reliability., The Test Engineer will work as part of a 6-person Test Engineering team, collaborating closely with leadership and other engineering disciplines on a critical space payload program. The environment is highly collaborative and hands-on, with frequent use of test equipment such as oscilloscopes and specialized instruments for infrared, optical, and sensor testing. Work will include time in a clean room, following appropriate procedures to handle sensitive hardware and payloads. The role offers the opportunity to work on advanced space flight and defense-related technologies, using tools such as MATLAB and Python for data analysis and test automation. The setting supports close interaction with experienced engineers and leaders, providing a dynamic environment where contributions have a direct impact on mission outcomes.