Hardware Design Test Engineer

Overview
Hardware Design Test Engineer
LOCATION:
Nationwide

JOB STATUS:
Full-time

CLEARANCE:
N/A

CERTIFICATION:
N/A

TRAVEL:
As Needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a
Hardware Design Test Engineer.
The Hardware Design Test Engineer provides technical expertise in modern electronic hardware design, development, testing, and system implementation. This role supports interdisciplinary teams by translating technical requirements into practical design solutions, executing system testing, and resolving complex engineering challenges. The engineer plays a critical role in defining hardware interactions and interfaces, developing robust designs that meet mission needs, and ensuring system reliability through rigorous evaluation and testing processes. Areas of focus may include reliability engineering, hardware/system design, systems integration, and evaluation of electronic and mechanical components.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Operating systems software, Electronics, Communications analysis and design, Digital engineering, RF engineering, Test engineering, Networking, Mechanical engineering, Electronic engineering, Physics, Or a closely related field)

• 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree

• 1-20 years of relevant experience in hardware design, testing, or system engineering

• Proficiency in designing and developing electronic components and hardware systems
• Ability to define and manage requirements and interfaces across multiple technical domains
• Experience developing and executing system test procedures
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to serve as a technical liaison across disciplines

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Master's degree in a related field (may substitute for Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience)
• Ph.D. in a related field (may substitute for Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience)
• Experience with RF systems, digital/analog circuit design, or embedded systems
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools for simulation, schematic capture, and test (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW, Altium, SPICE)
• Experience in system-level integration and reliability testing in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability environments

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electronic hardware systems and components
• Define and manage system requirements, including interactions and interfaces among subsystems
• Develop hardware design solutions using industry-standard engineering methodologies
• Create, document, and execute comprehensive system test procedures and evaluation plans
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and serve as the technical point of contact for cross-functional integration
• Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues arising from hardware-software interactions
• Contribute to system reliability engineering and validation efforts
• Advise technical personnel on hardware system integration and related engineering challenges
• Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation throughout the development and testing lifecycle

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are
At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference
Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world
Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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