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Device Test Jobs in Washington, DC (NOW HIRING)

System Test Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

$95 - $177/hr

Full cycle test development on legacy and new products, from a new release on an existing hardware device to a first release on a new modem hardware platform. * Communicate with a multi-functional ...

Senior Aerospace Test Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct ... Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact ...

Full cycle test development on legacy and new products, from a new release on an existing hardware device to a first release on a new modem hardware platform. * Communicate with a multi-functional ...

QA Test Engineer

Reston, VA

$43 - $58.75/hr

Own end-to-end test strategy (unit E2E, manual + automated) across multiple web products, with risk-based prioritization for critical flows: auth, encryption, real-time data, device management.

QA Test Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$43 - $58.75/hr

... device management. • Author and maintain test plans, test cases, and defect reports • Provide go/no-go release recommendations backed by execution records. • Execute manual, regression, and ...

QA Test Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$43 - $58.75/hr

Own end-to-end test strategy (unit → E2E, manual + automated) across multiple web products, with risk-based prioritization for critical flows: auth, encryption, real-time data, device management.

QA Test Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$43 - $58.75/hr

Own end-to-end test strategy (unit → E2E, manual + automated) across multiple web products, with risk-based prioritization for critical flows: auth, encryption, real-time data, device management.

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Device Test information

What is the difference between Device Test vs Device Quality Assurance?

AspectDevice TestDevice Quality Assurance
Primary FocusTesting individual devices for functionality and defectsEnsuring overall quality standards and processes are met
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, testing facilities, manufacturing linesQuality departments, product development teams
Required CredentialsTechnical certifications, testing experienceQuality management certifications, industry standards knowledge
Employer & Industry UsageElectronics manufacturing, tech companiesElectronics, consumer device industries

Device Test professionals focus on testing individual devices to identify defects, while Device Quality Assurance specialists oversee the overall quality processes to ensure products meet standards. Both roles are essential in electronics manufacturing but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How to be a device tester?

To become a device tester, you typically need a good understanding of electronics and technical skills, often gained through relevant education or experience. Many testing roles require attention to detail, familiarity with testing tools or software, and the ability to follow detailed instructions. Some positions may also require basic troubleshooting skills and the ability to document test results accurately.
Infographic showing various Device Test job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Zetier

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:
Zetier seeks Software Development Engineers in Test (SDET) to design, build, and maintain scalable automated testing capabilities for embedded hardware, cyber platforms, and operational software systems. This role focuses on developing robust test infrastructure and enabling continuous validation across hardware and software solutions.
Responsibilities:
• design, build, and maintain scalable automated testing capabilities for embedded hardware, cyber platforms, and operational software systems
• develop automated validation frameworks
• integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines
• support verification activities spanning low-level firmware, networking systems, and mission-driven software capabilities
• perform functional, integration, regression, and hardware-in-the-loop testing aligned with quality, operational effectiveness, and compliance objectives
Qualifications:
Required:
• 5+ years experience in software development or test engineering
• Strong programming experience in Python, C/C++, and/or Rust
• Experience deploying automated test frameworks (e.g. pytest, Robot)
• Experience testing embedded or Linux-based systems platforms
• Hands-on experience integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines
• Familiar debugging complex HW/SW system interactions
• Comfortable writing clear technical documentation (e.g. test reports)
• Strong communication skills across engineering and customer teams
• Active U.S. security clearance
Preferred:
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and device automation
• Experience testing embedded systems, networking devices, or mobile
• Experience with containerization (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, QEMU)
• Familiar with network/protocol validation (e.g. Wireshark, Scapy)
• Experience with RF or wireless systems (e.g. 802.11ac, Zigbee, SDR)
• Experience testing firmware, drivers, and low-level code/services
• Exposure to cybersecurity, vulnerability research, or pentest teams
• Experience with observability, telemetry, or reliability engineering
Company:
Zetier provides cybersecurity products, network infrastructure, database management, cloud computing, and technical solutions. Founded in , the company is headquartered in Arlington, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.