Test Engineer

HEICO Corporation•Chelmsford, MA

About The Position

VPT Radiation Laboratory and Test Services (VPT Rad) provides specialist environments and test solutions for evaluating electronics used in aerospace and nuclear applications where ionizing radiation can degrade hardware service life. VPT Rad is seeking a Test Engineer with at least two years of experience to join its small team. The role focuses on creating test procedures, designing custom test hardware, and developing automated scripts to evaluate electronic components. Prior radiation-testing experience is not required; the company will provide training and mentoring in radiation physics and specialized testing methods.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the position.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
At least 2 years of practical experience in electronics testing, hardware verification, or test automation.
Experience using PCB design tools to create schematic captures and board layouts for custom test fixtures or breakout boards.
Proficiency in Python for instrument control, script automation, or data processing.
Hands-on experience in a hardware laboratory using standard test equipment, with a good understanding of electronics fundamentals.
Basic experience troubleshooting circuit boards to the component level.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in small, fast-paced team environments.
Familiarity with other test tools or programming languages, such as LabVIEW or C/C++.
Strong curiosity and demonstrated ability to learn complex technical concepts quickly.

Responsibilities

Write detailed test plans, procedures, and checklists to verify electronic component performance under different conditions.
Develop and maintain automated test scripts, primarily in Python, to control laboratory instruments, automate measurements, and log data.
Set up and operate standard laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, source-measure units (SMUs), power supplies, and multimeters, for component- and board-level testing.
Review and analyze test data using Python or other data tools to identify performance trends and anomalies and verify component specifications.
Collaborate with team members to build test setups, troubleshoot hardware issues, and keep projects on schedule.
Learn radiation-testing standards, including Total Ionizing Dose and Single Event Effects, and help prepare for and run test campaigns at external facilities.