Test Engineer

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The Test Engineer will be responsible for defining and implementing manufacturing and test processes for Satellite PCBA sub-systems. As a key member of the development team, you will serve as the main interface between internal engineering and operations teams and our manufacturing partners. You will develop test strategies, implement and optimize test setups/processes at Contract Manufacturing sites, including identifying, specifying, designing, and qualifying test fixtures, test equipment, and diagnostic software.

• Develop test strategy, implement and optimize test setup/processes at Contract Manufacturing sites.
• Identify, specify, design, and qualify test fixtures, test equipment, and diagnostic software.
• Work with Design and Manufacturing teams to identify and elevate manufacturing challenges by enforcing DFM and DFT principles.
• Identify and report product failures to manufacturing and quality teams.
• Train operators on the process and support recurring certification programs.
• Record, analyze, and report process metrics to predict and mitigate process failures.
• Root cause process failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage configuration changes and enforce configuration control throughout the process.

• Proficiency in test equipment, electronics debugging, and test engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting or on a manufacturing floor.
• Experience with PCB testing and test case development.
• Ability to work with customers or contract manufacturers.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, Python, and test development.
• Experience with test planning and execution.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience building test fixtures and complex test systems including RF Functional Tests and ICT/bed-of-nails.
• 4+ years of experience integrating software and hardware systems.
• 4+ years of experience using standard electronic laboratory test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters).
• Experience designing and building complex test systems including ICT, bed-of-nails, BIST, and functional tests.
• Experience with test plans and protocols related to Space Hardware test processes (GEVS / SMC-S-016).
• Knowledge of software tools for test automation (e.g., NI LabVIEW, Test Stand, Python).
• Experience with power supplies, FPGAs, sensors, RF, and high-speed digital interfaces.

The role requires sitting onsite at a customer site in Neenah, WI. The position involves 50% travel to Contract Manufacturers in locations such as Nevada, Oregon, San Jose, and Mexico, with Mexico being the bulk of the travel.

This is a Contract position based out of Neenah, WI.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.