Electrical Test Automation Engineer

Post Date

Jul 23, 2026

Location

Costa Mesa,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

92626
US
Sep 23, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

SDG-fd8e50b2-6a7e-483f-92bf-2bd2be1ccc8f

Pay Rate

$56 - $70 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

The Electrical Test Engineering team develops automated test systems used to validate the quality, reliability, and performance of advanced electronic products across multiple defense programs, including missile systems, helmet technologies, and other mission-critical platforms. Supporting more than 10 active programs, the team designs and delivers automated test equipment that combines hardware interfaces, software automation, and system-level validation testing.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

5+ years of experience developing automated test systems

Strong LabVIEW development experience

Experience with automation programming using LabVIEW, Python, C#, C++, or MATLAB

Experience developing test plans, validation procedures, and automated test sequences

Experience integrating instrumentation and peripherals into automated test environments

Familiarity with communication protocols such as USB, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, CAN, PCIe, HDMI, and Serial Communications

Experience supporting system integration, verification, and manufacturing test

Understanding of measurement analysis techniques such as Gage R&R and Process Capability Analysis

Experience using source control tools such as Git/GitHub

Understanding of hardware and software integration processes

Clearance eligible

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.