Design Engineer

Design Engineer – Test Equipment Design Engineer

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DESE Research, Inc. is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Test Equipment Design Engineer position. If you feel you have the skills and qualifications for this job, please apply now!

The candidate will design, document, and support test equipment used for avionics system verification, environmental testing, and subsystem evaluation. This position requires the ability to interpret system requirements, develop electrical and wiring diagrams, create assembly documentation, and support hardware integration activities. The candidate will work closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure test hardware meets performance, safety, environmental, and schedule requirements.

A successful candidate will be flexible, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple hardware domains in an agile team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or related field
• Experience reading, creating, or modifying electrical diagrams or engineering drawings
• Familiarity with avionics systems, electrical power systems, or test equipment design
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering team and communicate technical information clearly
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

• Develop block diagrams, wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and assembly drawings.
• Support diagrams and documentation for electrical power systems, command and control systems, RF systems, and GPS hardware.
• Design and build test equipment to support avionics box testing in thermal, shock, and vibration environments.

• Create verification plans for avionics rack tester equipment.
• Define and document acceptance tests, including voltage testing, electrical signal characterization, and other performance evaluations.
• Support execution, troubleshooting, and refinement of test procedures.

• Utilize existing tools and infrastructure to track purchase orders and procurement status for tester hardware.
• Analyze supplier viability with respect to ITAR compliance, cost projections, and schedule adherence to hardware need dates.
• Create tracking tools, tables, or supporting documentation required for procurement and supplier analysis.

• Experience designing test stands, test harnesses, or automated test equipment
• Familiarity with RF systems, GPS subsystems, or avionics interfaces
• Experience with environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock) and test readiness activities
• Experience with electrical CAD tools or diagram-generation software
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self‑directed, motivated, and results‑oriented with strong problem‑solving abilities

For the past 43 years, DESE has provided industry‑leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of Defense, Energy, Space, and Environment. As a small, family‑oriented business, DESE provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit‑sharing plan, competitive salaries, and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers leveraging cutting‑edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance with affordable premiums
• Flexible work schedules
• Two different flexible spending account options
• Company‑paid life insurance with options for employee‑paid additional
• Performance bonus program
• Education reimbursement program
• Company‑paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
• Vacation, sick & holiday leave
• Robust 401k profit‑sharing plan
• Opportunities for internal promotions
• Employee referral incentive program
• Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

DESE Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us:  or x123.

Entry level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Defense & Space