Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering General Summary: As an engineer you will provide technical leadership in defining and executing test validation strategies for next ...
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering General Summary: As an engineer you will provide technical leadership in defining and executing test validation strategies for next ...
#Systems Test Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leader in wireless technology and is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to test and validate location technology systems. The role involves executing system-level test ...
#Systems Test Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leader in wireless technology and is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to test and validate location technology systems. The role involves executing system-level test ...
Senior Systems Integration & Test Engineer with Security Clearance
Goleta, CA · On-site
$112K - $154K/yr
Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer to join our team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) Discipline, supporting various ...
Senior Systems Integration & Test Engineer with Security Clearance
Goleta, CA · On-site
$112K - $154K/yr
Raytheon is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer to join our team within the Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) Discipline, supporting various ...
Systems Test Engineer
Vista, CA · On-site
$92K - $166K/yr
The Systems Test Engineer collaborates with Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Training, Field Service, and customers across the development lifecycle to qualify and sustain Leidos ...
Systems Test Engineer
Vista, CA · On-site
$92K - $166K/yr
The Systems Test Engineer collaborates with Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Training, Field Service, and customers across the development lifecycle to qualify and sustain Leidos ...
Systems Test Engineer
Vista, CA · On-site
$92K - $166K/yr
The Systems Test Engineer collaborates with Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Training, Field Service, and customers across the development lifecycle to qualify and sustain Leidos ...
Systems Test Engineer
Vista, CA · On-site
$92K - $166K/yr
The Systems Test Engineer collaborates with Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Training, Field Service, and customers across the development lifecycle to qualify and sustain Leidos ...
Work with systems engineers, systems test engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and external vendor teams to strategize on, create, standardize and optimize automated testing ...
Work with systems engineers, systems test engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and external vendor teams to strategize on, create, standardize and optimize automated testing ...
Systems Test Engineer
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Systems Test Engineer
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Systems Test Engineer
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Systems Test Engineer
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Systems Test Engineer
Marina, CA · On-site
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Systems Test Engineer
Marina, CA · On-site
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Principal/Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Principal/Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization.
Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$108K - $148K/yr
Senior Specialist, Systems Test Engineer Job code: 39707 Job Location: Carlsbad, CA Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off ...
Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$108K - $148K/yr
Senior Specialist, Systems Test Engineer Job code: 39707 Job Location: Carlsbad, CA Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off ...
Systems Test Engineer
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Systems Test Engineer
$104K - $183K/yr
S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Principal/Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Principal/Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization.
Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$108K - $148K/yr
Senior Specialist, Systems Test Engineer Job code: 39707 Job Location: Carlsbad, CA Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off ...
Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer
Carlsbad, CA · On-site
$108K - $148K/yr
Senior Specialist, Systems Test Engineer Job code: 39707 Job Location: Carlsbad, CA Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off ...
Systems Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$120K - $170K/yr
System Integration and Test Lead Engineer This role is on the front line of system integration between mechanical parts, electrical boards, low-level embedded firmware, and higher-level application ...
Systems Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$120K - $170K/yr
System Integration and Test Lead Engineer This role is on the front line of system integration between mechanical parts, electrical boards, low-level embedded firmware, and higher-level application ...
Systems Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$120K - $170K/yr
System Integration and Test Lead Engineer This role is on the front line of system integration between mechanical parts, electrical boards, low-level embedded firmware, and higher-level application ...
Systems Test Engineer
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$120K - $170K/yr
System Integration and Test Lead Engineer This role is on the front line of system integration between mechanical parts, electrical boards, low-level embedded firmware, and higher-level application ...
Staff Systems Test Engineer (Contract) Location: California - Onsite Contract: 12 months, with potential to convert to Full-Time Travel: Occasional travel to nearby test facilities The Opportunity We ...
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Staff Systems Test Engineer (Contract) Location: California - Onsite Contract: 12 months, with potential to convert to Full-Time Travel: Occasional travel to nearby test facilities The Opportunity We ...
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Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer - Test Director
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$129K - $193K/yr
The System Test IPT is seeking a Sr. Principal System Test Engineer to serve as a Test Director for the Flight Test Department. The Test Director supervises the execution of test missions, with a ...
Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer - Test Director
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$129K - $193K/yr
The System Test IPT is seeking a Sr. Principal System Test Engineer to serve as a Test Director for the Flight Test Department. The Test Director supervises the execution of test missions, with a ...
Systems Test Engineer, Sensing
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$196K - $242K/yr
Work with systems engineers, systems test engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and external vendor teams to strategize on, create, standardize and optimize automated testing ...
Systems Test Engineer, Sensing
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$196K - $242K/yr
Work with systems engineers, systems test engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and external vendor teams to strategize on, create, standardize and optimize automated testing ...
Systems Test Engineer, Sensing
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$196K - $242K/yr
Work with systems engineers, systems test engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and external vendor teams to strategize on, create, standardize and optimize automated testing ...
Systems Test Engineer, Sensing
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$196K - $242K/yr
Work with systems engineers, systems test engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and external vendor teams to strategize on, create, standardize and optimize automated testing ...
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What is the difference between Senior Systems Test Engineer vs Systems Test Engineer?
| Aspect | Senior Systems Test Engineer | Systems Test Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | ISTQB, ISTQB Advanced | ISTQB Foundation, ISTQB Certified Tester |
| Work Environment | Lead testing projects, mentor junior staff | Execute test plans, report bugs |
| Responsibilities | Design test strategies, oversee testing phases | Develop test cases, perform testing |
The Senior Systems Test Engineer typically has more experience, leadership responsibilities, and involvement in planning and strategy, while the Systems Test Engineer focuses on executing tests and reporting issues. Both roles require similar certifications and work in testing environments within the same industry, but the senior role emphasizes oversight and mentorship.
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Job description
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering
General Summary:
As an engineer you will provide technical leadership in defining and executing test validation strategies for next-generation embedded computing platforms and APTECH technologies (one or more areas within Camera, EVA (Edge Vision AI), Graphics, Multimedia, AI/ML, and Compute). You will architect scalable SW stability test plans. validation solutions, automation frameworks, and quality methodologies that enable industry-leading product quality, reliability, and customer experience.
The ideal candidate combines deep system-level validation expertise with strong software development skills in Python, Go, and C/C++, enabling the development of next-generation automation infrastructure, intelligent test systems, and data-driven quality solutions across Qualcomm product portfolios.
Key Responsibilities
Key Technical Skills
Leadership & Soft Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
• 12+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$157,500.00 - $236,300.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering
General Summary:
As an engineer you will provide technical leadership in defining and executing test validation strategies for next-generation embedded computing platforms and APTECH technologies (one or more areas within Camera, EVA (Edge Vision AI), Graphics, Multimedia, AI/ML, and Compute). You will architect scalable SW stability test plans. validation solutions, automation frameworks, and quality methodologies that enable industry-leading product quality, reliability, and customer experience.
The ideal candidate combines deep system-level validation expertise with strong software development skills in Python, Go, and C/C++, enabling the development of next-generation automation infrastructure, intelligent test systems, and data-driven quality solutions across Qualcomm product portfolios.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead system-level validation strategy for embedded platforms and APTECH technologies (preferred domain knowledge in one more area- Camera, EVA (Edge Vision AI), Graphics, Multimedia, AI/ML, and Compute).
- Define and execute comprehensive test plans covering functionality, stability, reliability.
- Architect scalable automation frameworks, validation infrastructure, and test methodologies.
- Drive end-to-end product quality from post-silicon enablement through commercialization.
- Lead cross-functional debug and root-cause analysis across hardware, firmware, drivers, middleware, and applications.
- Develop data-driven quality metrics, dashboards, and product readiness indicators.
- Collaborate closely with cross functional Engineering teams.
- Drive shift-left testing, continuous integration, and automation initiatives.
- Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple programs and product generations.
Key Technical Skills
- Embedded systems validation and system integration testing.
- One or more APTECH domain expertise:
- Camera & Imaging
- EVA / Computer Vision
- Graphics & GPU
- Multimedia (Audio, Video, Display)
- AI/ML and Compute technologies
- Strong software development skills in:
- Python
- Go (Golang)
- C/C++
- Test automation framework development and infrastructure engineering.
- Linux, Android, Windows, and embedded platform validation.
- Data analytics, telemetry, and large-scale validation data processing.
- Root-cause analysis, debugging, and failure triage.
- Software quality methodologies, test strategy development, and risk assessment.
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Technical leadership and organizational influence.
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
- Strong communication and executive-level presentation skills.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
- Project prioritization and execution across multiple programs.
- Mentoring, coaching, and team development.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
• 12+ years of Systems Test Engineering or related work experience.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$157,500.00 - $236,300.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
About Qualcomm
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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.
Industry
Technology, communication and media
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
San Diego, CA, US
Year founded
1985