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Elve Inc

Test Engineer

Davis, CA

$85K - $125K/yr

We are looking for associate production engineers to play key roles in bringing our technology to ... A Test engineer at Elve is responsible for the characterization of the performance of Elve products ...

Elve Inc

Test Engineer

Davis, CA · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

We are looking for associate production engineers to play key roles in bringing our technology to ... A Test engineer at Elve is responsible for the characterization of the performance of Elve products ...

Elve Inc

Test Engineer

Davis, CA · On-site

$85K - $125K/yr

We are looking for associate production engineers to play key roles in bringing our technology to ... A Test engineer at Elve is responsible for the characterization of the performance of Elve products ...

Stangenes Industries Inc

Test Technician

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology or Electrical Engineering is preferred * Working knowledge of the proper use of electrical and mechanical test and inspection equipment, including DVMs ...

KLA Corporation

Associate Test Engineer 2

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$28.85 - $49.04/hr

Responsibilities (What you'll be doing) We are looking for an Associate Test Engineer who will be involved with the testing of new technologies. In this position you will work on assignments that are ...

Orbotech

Associate Test Engineer 2

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$28.85 - $49.04/hr

Responsibilities (What you'll be doing) We are looking for an Associate Test Engineer who will be involved with the testing of new technologies. In this position you will work on assignments that are ...

KLA Corporation

Associate Test Engineer 2

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$28.85 - $49.04/hr

Responsibilities (What you'll be doing) We are looking for an Associate Test Engineer who will be involved with the testing of new technologies. In this position you will work on assignments that are ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Associate Test Engineers

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$30 - $36/hr

Experience with systems development and testing, including formulating system level requirements, test specifications and test results. * Ability to use and manipulate a variety of fine adjustment ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Associate Test Engineer II

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$34 - $37/hr

Experience with systems development and testing, including formulating system level requirements, test specifications and test results. * Hands-on experience using Oscilloscopes and DVM analysis ...

Blue Current

Test Technician

Hayward, CA

The Test Technician will work closely with engineering and operations teams to enable fast ... Associate's degree in a technical field, or equivalent hands-on training/experience Experience * 2+ ...

Blue Current

Test Technician

Hayward, CA · On-site

The Test Technician will work closely with engineering and operations teams to enable fast ... Associate's degree in a technical field, or equivalent hands-on training/experience Experience * 2+ ...

Orbotech

Associate Test Engineer 1

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$25.58 - $43.47/hr

There is never a dull moment with us. /Preferred Qualifications Responsibilities (What you'll be doing) We are looking for Associate Test Engineers for various positions in manufacturing who will be ...

KLA Corporation

Associate Test Engineer 1

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$25.58 - $43.47/hr

There is never a dull moment with us. /Preferred Qualifications Responsibilities (What you'll be doing) We are looking for Associate Test Engineers for various positions in manufacturing who will be ...

Marvin Group

TEST TECHNICIAN

Inglewood, CA · On-site

$28 - $47/hr

Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems ... Associate degree in Electronics, Engineering, Technology, or a related field * Experience with ...

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for test associate in California is $26.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.83 and $29.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the test associate position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Test Associate, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of testing methodologies, usually supported by a degree in a technical or scientific field. Familiarity with test management tools, defect tracking systems, and sometimes certifications like ISTQB can be advantageous. Effective communication, problem-solving ability, and teamwork are critical soft skills for collaborating with development teams and clearly reporting findings. These competencies ensure high-quality testing, accurate documentation, and seamless integration within quality assurance processes.

What are the main responsibilities of a test associate on a day-to-day basis?

As a Test Associate, your daily responsibilities typically involve executing test cases, documenting results, and reporting software defects to relevant teams. You may also work closely with developers and senior testers to ensure that new features and updates meet predefined quality standards. In addition to manual testing, you might be involved in setting up test environments and assisting with test automation efforts. Regular collaboration and clear documentation are key aspects of this role, helping ensure any issues are quickly identified and communicated.

What is a test associate?

A Test Associate is responsible for executing and analyzing tests to ensure product quality and functionality. They work in industries like software, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals, following test plans and documenting results. Their role involves identifying defects, reporting issues, and collaborating with teams to improve products. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

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Environmental Test Engineer Associate (Fall 2026)

Astranis

San Francisco, CA • On-site

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Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Environmental Test Engineer Associate (Fall 2026)

Associate Engineer positions typically last for twelve weeks, and are salaried roles designed for students who have already received a bachelor's degree (or who will have done so before working at Astranis). 
As an Associate Engineer, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems - we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects, and our Associate Engineers work on projects that are of equal importance and difficulty to the projects we give our full-time employees. Many past Associate Engineers have designed and tested hardware/software that is currently in space or heading to space shortly on on of our satellites, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.
If you are still a college student, please apply to join us as an Intern. 

Role

  • Work on an interdisciplinary team to design, build, and test satellite hardware and software.

  • Operate and setup environmental test equipment including:

    • Ambient thermal chambers 

    • Thermal Vacuum Chambers (TVAC)
    • Vibration shaker tables 
    • EMI/EMC test equipment

  • Learn to use various pieces of test equipment and instruments (thermal chambers, vibration tables, DAQs, oscilloscopes, etc.) to successfully execute test plans.

  • Set up, operate, and conduct environmental testing including vibration, acoustics, thermal, thermal vacuum, RF

Requirements

  • Have a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent technical degree)

  • A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize time effectively 

  • Strong communication skills

  • Familiarity with spacecraft systems and operation

  • Must be onsite 5 days a week

Bonus

  • Hands-on experience in designing, building, and testing 

  • Experience writing Python code to: Interface with test equipment, process large datasets, visualize data

  • Experience in CAD

  • Direct electrical or mechanical design experience

  • Demonstrated ability to debug hardware and software problems under time pressure

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