Electrical Engineer – ATE Systems (Test, Troubleshooting & PCB Design)

JSL Technologies Incorporated•San Diego, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to support Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) systems and associated VLS tasking. This role blends system-level troubleshooting, PCB design, production support, and field deployment, requiring a candidate who is equally comfortable working at a lab bench, on the production floor, and at remote customer sites. The selected candidate will support testing, diagnostics, failure investigation, and modification of ATE systems, while contributing to schematic updates, PCB design efforts, and technical documentation. This position plays a critical role in ensuring ATE systems meet operational requirements across both production and fleet environments. This is not a purely design or desk-based role—the engineer will be expected to actively troubleshoot hardware, support technicians, and resolve real-time system issues.

Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance level Secret
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
5+ years of hands-on experience supporting electronic systems, ATE, or similar test environments
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose hardware issues at system and board level
Experience working with: Oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, and signal generators
Analog and digital circuits
Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and redlining electronic schematics
Proficiency with PCB design and layout tools, preferably Altium Designer
Ability to support production environments and resolve time-sensitive issues
Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals (power distribution, signal integrity basics, grounding)
Ability to work independently in field environments with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication and briefing skills
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%

Nice To Haves

Experience with VLS Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) architectures (PXI, VXI, or custom rack systems)
Familiarity with test program environments (e.g., LabVIEW or similar frameworks)
Experience supporting DoD, aerospace, or defense-related systems
Background in production support, manufacturing test, or depot-level maintenance
Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) principles
Experience performing root cause analysis using structured methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, fault tree)
Hands-on experience with board bring-up, rework, or component-level repair
Familiarity with configuration management and engineering change processes (ECOs)
Understanding of communication interfaces (SPI, I2C, RS-422/485, Ethernet, etc.)
Experience supporting field installations and system integration

Responsibilities

Perform testing, troubleshooting, and repair support for ATE systems and associated hardware in house and off site at customer locations
Diagnose and resolve system-level and board-level failures (power, analog, digital, interfaces)
Support failure investigations and root cause analysis (RCA) for production and field issues
Redline and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
Design and modify printed circuit boards (PCBs) using Altium Designer
Coordinate PCB fabrication, assembly, and validation with external manufacturers
Support on-site installation, integration, and acceptance testing of ATE systems
Provide hands-on production floor support, working closely with technicians and operators
Lead Projects and design automated test equipment from cradle to grave
Assist with ATE system modifications, upgrades, and performance improvements
Develop and deliver: Test reports, Failure investigation reports, Updated schematics and design documentation, Travel and field service reports
Ensure quality, timeliness, and accuracy of all deliverables
Travel up to 50% to support on-site efforts at various facilities with short notice