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Locum Drive Test Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Embtel Inc

Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

... and drive any issues to resolution for successful release to manufacturing * Leverage automation to implement test strategy & improve productivity We EMBTEL, Inc one of the fastest growing ...

Radiant

Senior Test Engineer, Mechanical/Fluids

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$133K - $184K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

We are seeking a Senior Test Engineer to drive mission-critical test operations for the development, qualification, and acceptance our groundbreaking nuclear microreactor technology. This role offers ...

Beta Bionics, Inc.

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer leads the development, implementation, and optimization of ... The role also drives technical leadership, standardization, and continuous improvement across ...

Beta Bionics, Inc.

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer leads the development, implementation, and optimization of ... The role also drives technical leadership, standardization, and continuous improvement across ...

Motive Companies

Test Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

We are hiring Test Engineers to build the hardware testing capability for an innovative technology ... Lead root cause investigations on hardware failures and drive issues through resolution. * Partner ...

Beta Bionics

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer leads the development, implementation, and optimization of ... The role also drives technical leadership, standardization, and continuous improvement across ...

Motive Companies

Test Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

We are hiring Test Engineers to build the hardware testing capability for an innovative technology ... Lead root cause investigations on hardware failures and drive issues through resolution. * Partner ...

Actalent

Test Engineer

Vista, CA · On-site

$72K - $113K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Test Engineer The Test Engineer will be responsible for translating product requirements into test ... experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 ...

ISE LABS INC AND SUBSIDIARY

Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

ATE Test Engineer with expertise in Advantest 93000 system or Teradyne UFlex with optical Rack ... Analyze test data, identify anomalies, and drive root-cause analysis and resolution. * Support ...

DensityAI

Hardware Test Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Drive test coverage, yield analysis, and test-time/cost reduction across the product lifecycle ... and reliability engineering * Transfer and sustain test programs at OSAT/CM and manufacturing ...

Actalent

Test Engineer

Simi Valley, CA · On-site

$23/hr

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Aerospace Test Engineer The Aerospace Test Engineer will perform testing and validation of ... experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 ...

Actalent

Test Engineer

Simi Valley, CA · On-site

$23/hr

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Aerospace Test Engineer The Aerospace Test Engineer will perform testing and validation of ... experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 ...

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What is the difference between Locum Drive Test Engineer vs Drive Test Technician?

AspectLocum Drive Test EngineerDrive Test Technician
CredentialsRelevant certifications, driving licenses, technical knowledgeSimilar certifications, often more focused on technical skills
Work EnvironmentField testing, site visits, on-road testingField testing, equipment setup, on-site testing
Employer & Industry UsageTelecom companies, network providersTelecom companies, network providers
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, job requirements, contract workTechnical skills, daily tasks, job scope

Both roles involve testing and optimizing telecom networks, but a Locum Drive Test Engineer typically has a broader scope, including planning and analysis, often working on temporary or contract basis. Drive Test Technicians focus more on hands-on testing and equipment setup. The roles are similar in industry and credentials but differ in responsibilities and scope.

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Test Engineer/Principal Test Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 362 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 538 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Test Engineer/Principal Test Engineer to join the EGI-M Airborne Navigation System Integration & Test (I&T) team in Woodland Hills, CA. The role involves conducting comprehensive verification activities throughout the program life cycle, including requirements analysis, test procedure development, test execution, and formal reporting. This position will be 100% on-site.
Job Responsibilities
  • Develop test requirements and detailed integration test plans, procedures, readiness reviews (TRRs), test data, and reports.
  • Execute qualification testing in accordance with established requirements, plans, and procedures.
  • Conduct tests while managing and prioritizing problem resolution.
  • Compile data to determine necessary changes in test equipment, procedures, or to establish new test requirements.
  • Lead cross-functional teams (including hardware, software, and systems engineers) in both laboratory and field environments.
  • Conduct formal technical reviews, such as Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) with internal stakeholders and external customers.
  • Test Equipment Management that includes the design, development, or integration of specialized test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
  • Data Analysis of test data, identify anomalies, perform root cause analysis, and generate comprehensive test reports.
  • Technical and operational problem solving to troubleshoot complex, multi-domain system failures (hardware/software/mechanical) and conduct root cause analyses.
  • Act as the primary technical point of contact during test events, managing customer expectations and reporting results.

Basic Qualifications for Test Engineer:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university.
  • Experience authoring test procedures, managing test facility interfaces, and ensuring data integrity and cataloging.
  • Experience with test execution, diagnostics, and formal requirement decomposition with traceability and verification.
  • Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
  • Proficient in at least one of the following programming environments: MATLAB, C, C++, C#, and/or Python.
  • Active US Government Secret Level security clearance.
  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA

Basic Qualifications for Principal Test Engineer:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 5 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 3 years of related test experience.
  • Experience authoring test procedures, managing test facility interfaces, and ensuring data integrity and cataloging.
  • Experience with test execution, diagnostics, and formal requirement decomposition with traceability and verification.
  • Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
  • Proficient in at least one of the following programming environments: MATLAB, C, C++, C#, and/or Python.
  • Active US Government Secret Level security clearance.
  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience integrating embedded GPS Inertial Navigation Systems.
  • Expert experience with GNSS/INS/EGI systems and precision navigation simulation.
  • Experience creating automated test scripts that integrate with hardware interfaces.
  • Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and Vibration Test systems
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple, shifting priorities while maintaining safety standards.
  • Demonstrated leadership of System Test efforts in a dynamic work environment.
  • Experience with COMSEC material management.
  • Experience engaging external customers through meetings, presentations, and technical negotiations.

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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