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Senior Hardware Test Engineer

Leonardo DRS, Inc. โ€ข Danbury, Connecticut, United States

hybridfull-time
Posted Sep 21, 2026Apply by Oct 21, 2026
  • Role & seniority

    • Senior Hardware Test Engineer (Test Engineering department)
  • Stack/tools

    • NI LabVIEW, TestStand (automated test systems)

    • MATLAB/Simulink, Cameo (modeling)

    • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint)

    • Jira (Agile tooling)

    • Embedded diagnostic applications; debugging/troubleshooting tooling as needed

    • Standards: IEEE 323, IEEE 344, MIL-STD-461 (plus)

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Analyze embedded military systems to define/implement test methods

    • Design/develop/integrate/validate automated and manual test environments, fixtures, equipment

    • Author/maintain test procedures and documentation; plan/execute qualification & production testing

  • Must-have skills

    • 7+ years Electrical/Test Engineering experience (B.S. in Electrical or Computer Eng.)

    • Strong electronics fundamentals and troubleshooting/debugging

    • Software programming skills for test/embedded diagnostics

    • Ability to create/update detailed test documentation and manage qualification/production test execution

    • Cross-team collaboration (engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing) and independent execution

    • U.S. Citizenship; ability to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance (as required)

  • Nice-to-haves

    • Background in nuclear power plant design/operation; IEEE 323/344, MIL-STD-461

    • Actuator products and control systems

    • Experience with EMI/Shock/Vibration and independent te

Full Description

Job description

Job ID: 115278 The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. Job Summary The Senior Hardware Test Engineer will join the Test Engineering department, collaborating with technical teams across the company to understand customer needs and deliver proactive technical solutions. Responsibilities include designing, developing, integrating, and validating automated and manual test systems, as well as embedded diagnostic applications. The role also involves creating and updating test procedures, reports, and fixtures for systems and circuit card assemblies. Candidates should have strong electronics knowledge and software programming skills. Job Responsibilities Analyze embedded military systems to define and implement effective test methods Design and develop test environments, fixtures, and equipment Author and maintain detailed test procedures, reports, and documentation Plan, oversee, and execute qualification and production testing Provide Design for Testability input and support design reviews Collaborate with Manufacturing Test and provide necessary training Manage schedules, budgets, and status reporting for assigned tasks Specify and evaluate supplier components and test-related services Demonstrate strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills Work independently and collaboratively to meet technical, cost, and schedule goals. Qualifications 7+ years of Electrical/Test Engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering Diligent, quick learner with strong interpersonal and communication skills Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and familiar with agile tools (e.g., Jira) Experienced in collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams Skilled in developing automated test systems using NI LabVIEW and TestStand Familiar with modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and Cameo Ability to multitask and manage multiple technical issues in parallel Background in nuclear power plant design and operation and IEEE 323, IEEE 344 and MIL-STD-461 are a plus Knowledge of actuator products and control systems is a plus Experience with product qualification at independent testing laboratories (EMI, Shock, Vibration, etc.) is desirable

U. S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

  • Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
  • Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Electrical engineeringTest engineeringAutomated test systemsNI LabVIEWTestStandEmbedded systemsCircuit card assembliesMATLABSimulinkCameoTroubleshootingDebuggingDesign for testabilityQualification testingMilitary standardsElectronicsmulti-location

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