Test Technician

TRIDENT SYSTEMS•Sterling, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) is seeking entry-, mid-level, and/or senior-level Test Technicians to support bring-up, functional testing, and validation of embedded avionics systems. The role is hands-on and focuses on board-level and system-level testing, identifying and documenting issues, and working alongside design engineers to verify hardware performance from early prototypes through flight-ready systems. The position is an essential, engineering-driven part of system success and calls for responsibility and ownership of work. The Test Technician performs verification and validation of avionics hardware, including custom PCBAs and embedded systems, and supports hardware bring-up, firmware loading, debugging, test execution, data reporting, and production-flow expansion. The position is located in Sterling, Virginia, reports to the Manufacturing Manager, and may work first or second shift, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0–6+ years of related experience.
Proficiency with standard laboratory equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, and electronic loads.
Proficiency with hand tools, including screwdrivers, torque wrenches, and tweezers.
Ability to work first and/or second shift.
Clear and concise communication skills in a cross-functional team.
Basic understanding of electronics fundamentals and debugging techniques.
Detail-oriented approach to thorough documentation and execution.
Demonstrated experience working in an engineering organization with a structured, methodical approach.

Nice To Haves

Scripting experience with Python, Bash, or similar languages for test automation and tooling.
Familiarity with version control, such as Git.
Exposure to aerospace, defense, or high-reliability embedded systems.
Experience in an electronics laboratory with ESD and FOD control plans.
Experience with environmental testing using a Thermal Vacuum Chamber (TVAC) or thermal chamber.
Experience mating and demating equipment from a test article.
Experience with digital ticketing or procedural systems such as JIRA, Epsilon3, or Business Central.
Experience with embedded Linux boards, test jigs, or hardware-in-the-loop setups.
Experience loading bitstreams onto an FPGA.
Experience updating firmware, software, or BIOS software.
Experience using Linux and personal computers.
Rework, repair, or polymerics experience, which may include IPC or NASA certifications.
Academic experience in STEM.

Responsibilities

Perform testing, verification, and validation of avionics hardware, including custom PCBAs and embedded systems.
Conduct tests that may measure efficiency, power, response time, and capacity.
Support initial hardware bring-up, firmware loading, and debugging.
Execute test plans and procedures based on system and interface requirements.
Use laboratory tools, especially oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, to troubleshoot and validate digital and analog signals.
Gather, organize, and report test data, working with design engineers to support performance and reliability.
Assist hardware and software teams with generating non-conformance reports (NCRs).
Contribute to and participate in expanding the production flow.
Gather and set up test equipment suites as defined by product or engineering requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
Basic life insurance with AD&D.
Short-term disability.
Long-term disability.
Ancillary voluntary benefits, including life insurance with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet coverage.
Spending accounts, including HSA, FSA, and DCFSA.
Paid time off.
Holidays.
401(k), including company match.
Tuition reimbursement.
Leaves, including parental, maternity, and military leave.
Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles.