Contract Validation Engineer Jobs in Wichita, KS

The Test Engineer designs, develops, and supports automated production test systems that ensure product quality, manufacturability, and efficiency throughout the product lifecycle. This role provides Design for Testability guidance during new product introduction, partners closely with R&D and Manufacturing Engineering, and leads the implementation and continuous improvement of test strategies, systems, and processes in a manufacturing environment.

• Provide Design for Testability guidance across all phases of product development, from concept through production release.
• Define and implement comprehensive test and configuration strategies for new products in close collaboration with R&D teams.
• Develop detailed test plans that support product quality, manufacturability, and production efficiency.
• Drive project planning and execution to ensure all test solutions are developed, validated, documented, and ready before pilot and production launches.
• Partner with R&D and Manufacturing Engineering to design and implement production-ready test systems, fixtures, and tooling for internal and contract manufacturing operations.
• Design, develop, and deploy automated production test systems, including both hardware and software components.
• Implement test automation solutions capable of executing functional, performance, and configuration testing.
• Integrate industry-standard measurement equipment into automated test environments.
• Validate and troubleshoot test systems to ensure reliable, repeatable, and robust operation.
• Apply Measurement Uncertainty Analysis and Gauge R&R methodologies to verify test system accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility.
• Ensure production test systems remain traceable to applicable calibration standards.
• Use Statistical Process Control tools to monitor equipment performance and product test data, and identify opportunities for process improvement and defect reduction.
• Optimize test coverage, cycle time, throughput, and equipment utilization across production lines.
• Install, validate, and support production test systems at manufacturing facilities and contract manufacturer locations.
• Maintain, refine, and improve existing production test processes throughout the product lifecycle.
• Investigate production test issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality enhancement, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including test specifications, procedures, work instructions, wiring diagrams, installation guides, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Communicate project status, technical risks, and key milestones to stakeholders in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management.
• Represent Test Engineering on cross-functional product development teams and contribute test-focused perspectives to design decisions.
• Demonstrate leadership, ownership, and initiative to drive test engineering projects to successful completion.
• Collaborate effectively across multiple engineering disciplines while managing tasks independently.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience designing and developing automated functional test systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing automated test hardware and software solutions for production applications.
• Proficiency with National Instruments TestStand or similar test automation platforms.
• Strong understanding of RF and microwave communication principles, technologies, and test methodologies.
• Hands-on experience using RF and electronic test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, measurement receivers, oscilloscopes, and digital multimeters.
• Experience performing Measurement Uncertainty Analysis and Gauge R&R studies.
• Programming experience in ANSI C for test system development.
• Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control and manufacturing quality tools.
• Demonstrated project planning, scheduling, and execution skills in a technical environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing clear technical documentation.
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Practical experience in test engineering, including software test, hardware test, troubleshooting, and test plan development.
• Ability to design, implement, and execute test plans that cover functional and performance requirements.

• Experience with Python, C++, PowerShell, or Linux scripting for test automation or tooling.
• Advanced experience with National Instruments TestStand development and architecture.
• Experience with SQL databases for test data storage, retrieval, and analysis.
• Expertise in Measurement Uncertainty Analysis and Gauge R&R implementation beyond foundational knowledge.
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted tools for software development, test automation, or data analysis.
• Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or related continuous improvement certification.
• Experience developing and implementing JTAG-based test solutions.
• Familiarity with contract manufacturing environments and production system deployment.
• Background in RF testing and troubleshooting in production or engineering environments.
• Ability to integrate hardware, software, and measurement equipment into cohesive automated test solutions.

The role is based in an engineering test office environment with a typical schedule of Monday through Friday, approximately 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The work involves frequent interaction with production test equipment, RF and electronic measurement instruments, and automated test systems in a manufacturing setting, including support for internal facilities and contract manufacturer locations. The environment emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional engineering and operations teams, adherence to documented procedures, and consistent use of test and measurement technologies to support high-quality, efficient production.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $62.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • 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 is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

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