Test Engineer III

Frontgrade Technologies • Hauppauge, NY

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About The Position

Frontgrade is seeking a highly skilled Test Engineer III to lead the development and execution of advanced electrical and environmental test solutions for aerospace-grade products. The role involves designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies, developing Special Test Equipment (STE), and supporting qualification and production testing of motors, resolvers, encoders, actuators, slip rings, flex tapes, and control electronics. The position emphasizes automated, scalable, and repeatable solutions to improve efficiency, ensure consistent quality, and meet program requirements. It also involves hands-on work with environmental test systems, including thermal vacuum chambers, ambient thermal chambers, and vibration equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in electrical test engineering or a closely related role.
• Working knowledge of motor and actuator theory, operation, and testing methodologies.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical systems and circuit cards.

Nice To Haves

• At least 4 years of experience developing automated test software using LabVIEW, Python, or similar platforms.
• At least 4 years of experience in electrical test engineering within an aerospace or high-reliability environment.
• Experience designing and implementing Special Test Equipment (STE).
• Familiarity with thermal vacuum chambers, environmental test chambers, and vibration test systems.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, for documentation and reporting.
• Experience interfacing directly with customers and supporting technical reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated test solutions using LabVIEW, Python, or similar tools for product and environmental testing.
• Develop executable test plans based on customer requirements and verification and validation objectives.
• Create test procedures, fixtures, and Special Test Equipment (STE) to enable accurate, repeatable testing.
• Lead electrical testing and troubleshooting of motors, actuators, resolvers, encoders, control electronics, and mixed-signal circuit cards.
• Set up and execute environmental testing, including thermal vacuum and vibration testing.
• Provide technical guidance and support to production test technicians to promote efficient and compliant test execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve automation, test coverage, and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and interface with customers as needed to support successful program execution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior