Manufacturing Electrical Test Engineer

CACI International•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is looking for a Manufacturing Test Engineer to join our team in Orlando, Fl. This is part of our Optical and Photonics Systems Division, we specialize in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex, state-of-the-art communications systems for military, space, and commercial applications. The Manufacturing Test Engineer will be responsible for the development, maintenance and optimization of test procedures for PCBA, fiber/laser optic assemblies, and electrical hardware solutions for production Space Flight Optical Inter Satellite Link Terminals. This role combines hands-on testing with engineering support to ensure manufacturing excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in EE or EET and a minimum of 8 years or an associate’s degree and a minimum of 10 years or equivalent combination of education and experience of working in manufacturing test engineering, electronics testing, or related field.
Proven experience developing test procedures for complex electromechanical, electronic, fiber optic, and laser assemblies
Proven technical acumen in the manufacture, test and integration of complex product technologies and systems, DoD or Space.
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
Excellent communication and ability to work well in team environment with people at all levels.
Multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, function generators, spectrum analyzers
Optical power meters, optical spectrum analyzers
Fiber optic test equipment (OTDR, VFL, inspection systems)
Laser sources and characterization equipment
Data acquisition systems and automated test equipment
Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles
Fiber optics theory and applications
Laser operation, characterization, and safety protocols
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT)
Root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques
Test procedure development and documentation
Test automation and scripting (LabVIEW, Python, or similar)
Reading and interpreting schematics, drawings, and specifications
Failure analysis and troubleshooting

Nice To Haves

Aerospace or space hardware manufacturing experience
Experience with high-reliability electronics (MIL-STD requirements)
Micro-electronics assembly experience
J-STD-001 with Space Addendum (Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies)
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Laser Safety experience
Experience with free-space optical communications systems
Test automation software – Python/LabVIEW

Responsibilities

Develop test procedures and work instructions for electrical, fiber optic, and laser testing of PCBA and related assemblies
Optimize manufacturing test processes to improve efficiency, yield, and quality
Perform characterization and validation testing on complex electromechanical and photonic assemblies
Troubleshoot and analyze test failures, implement corrective actions, and process improvements
Develop and maintain test specifications, test plans, and quality control documentation
Select and qualify test equipment and tooling for cleanroom manufacturing environment
Train and support technicians in test procedures and equipment operations
Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and testability of products
Document test results, failure analysis, and process improvements in MES and reporting systems
Support maintenance and calibration of test equipment
Work in cleanroom environment, ESD and FOD control areas with proper safety precautions

Benefits

competitive compensation
benefits
learning and development opportunities
broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families
healthcare
wellness
financial
retirement
family support
continuing education
time off benefits
flexible time off benefit