Senior Test Systems Engineers
Job Description
Build the Test Systems Behind Mission-Critical Technology
Join a team developing advanced automated test solutions that support cutting-edge aerospace and defense programs.
We’re seeking a Senior Test Systems Engineer to design, integrate, and deploy Automated Test Equipment (ATE) used to validate complex electronic systems in manufacturing and field environments. In this role, you'll work across the full engineering lifecycle—from requirements and architecture through integration, validation, and deployment.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who enjoy hands-on development, solving complex system-level problems, and leading technical efforts in a collaborative environment.
Location: Tewksbury, MA (Onsite)
Relocation Assistance Available
U.S. Citizenship Required
Active Secret Clearance Preferred | Ability to Obtain Required
Why Join Us?
- Work on advanced aerospace and defense technologies
- Design and integrate sophisticated automated test systems
- Lead meaningful technical efforts and key engineering deliverables
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Gain exposure to analog, digital, RF, and power systems
- Grow your expertise in LabVIEW, TestStand, and system integration
- Contribute to mission-critical programs that make a real impact
What You'll Do
- Design and develop automated test equipment (ATE), test systems, and integrated hardware/software solutions
- Create test architectures supporting analog, digital, RF, and power electronics
- Develop test hardware, interface adapters, cabling, fixtures, and system interconnects
- Lead small engineering teams and own technical execution, schedules, and deliverables
- Support integration, validation, and deployment activities in manufacturing and field environments
- Troubleshoot system-level issues and perform root-cause analysis to improve reliability and performance
- Identify test readiness gaps and drive corrective actions
- Collaborate with electrical, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and supplier teams to deliver complete solutions
- Present technical updates, risks, and status reports to engineering leadership
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance test automation and system performance
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM discipline
- 5+ years of experience in test engineering, automated test equipment (ATE), electrical design, or test automation
- Experience with electrical systems, circuit design, instrumentation, or electronic test equipment
- Hands-on experience with LabVIEW, TestStand, LabWindows/CVI, or similar automation tools
- Experience leading technical tasks, projects, or small engineering teams
- Strong troubleshooting and system integration skills
- Ability to work onsite in Tewksbury, MA
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one
Preferred Experience
- Active Secret Clearance
- Automated Test Equipment (ATE) architecture and integration
- Analog, digital, RF, or power electronics testing
- Test and measurement equipment including oscilloscopes, DMMs, network analyzers, and signal generators
- Manufacturing or production test environments
- MS Project, Jira, Confluence, EVMS, or similar program management tools
- Hardware/software integration and system validation
- Root-cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you'll help deliver reliable and scalable test systems that ensure mission-critical technologies perform in demanding environments. You'll serve as both a hands-on engineer and a technical leader, helping teams solve complex integration challenges and deliver high-quality solutions.
If you're passionate about automated test systems, technical leadership, and engineering innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications
At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.
Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.