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Red 6

Manufacturing Test Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$128K - $168K/yr

Work with Test Development teams at Red 6 and contract manufacturers to develop, release and maintain manufacturing tests, scripts, tools and related artifacts * Develop PCBA, subassembly, and system ...

Advanced Energy

Sr Test Engineer

Fort Collins, CO

$90K - $135K/yr

Advanced Energy is looking for an experienced Test Development Engineer to join our team in Fort Collins, Colorado. The Test Engineer designs, develops, and implements cost-effective solutions for ...

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What is test development?

Test development is the process of designing, creating, and validating assessment tools such as exams, quizzes, or standardized tests. This process involves defining the purpose of the test, constructing test items, reviewing them for quality, and conducting statistical analyses to ensure reliability and validity. Test developers often work in educational, psychological, or professional certification contexts to measure knowledge, skills, or abilities accurately. The goal is to create fair, unbiased tests that provide meaningful information about the test takers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in test development?

To excel in Test Development, strong analytical skills, a background in educational measurement or psychometrics, and a relevant degree such as education, psychology, or statistics are essential. Familiarity with test authoring platforms, statistical analysis software (like SPSS or R), and knowledge of standards such as item response theory (IRT) are typically required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective collaboration are key soft skills for designing fair and valid assessments. These skills ensure the creation of reliable, unbiased, and meaningful tests that accurately measure intended outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced in a test development role, and how can they be addressed?

One common challenge in Test Development is ensuring that assessments are both valid and reliable while meeting tight deadlines. Balancing subject matter expertise with psychometric principles can also be demanding, particularly when collaborating with content experts and statisticians. Clear communication, careful project planning, and continuous professional development help address these challenges. Additionally, staying updated on assessment standards and using feedback from pilot tests can greatly improve test quality.

What is the difference between Test Development vs Test Analysis?

AspectTest DevelopmentTest Analysis
Primary FocusDesigning and creating tests and assessmentsInterpreting test results and analyzing data
Required SkillsCurriculum design, item writing, psychometricsData analysis, statistical skills, reporting
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, testing companiesResearch organizations, educational settings
CertificationsPsychometric certifications often preferredData analysis or psychometric certifications

Test Development focuses on creating assessments, while Test Analysis involves interpreting results and analyzing data. Both roles are essential in the testing industry, often working together to ensure valid and reliable assessments.

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Infographic showing various Test Development job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

ATE Test Development Engineer

Broadcom Corporation

Fort Collins, CO • On-site

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Job Description:
Broadcom's ASIC Products Division is seeking a candidate for an ATE Test Development Engineer. This position is at our Fort Collins Development Center in Colorado. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience of developing test programs using Advantest 93K and ExaScale testers. The candidate will have demonstrated capabilities to develop test programs using SmarTest7 & SmarTest8 operating systems.
Responsibilities
  • Test Development: Develop test flows, test methods and validate test programs at ATE
  • RMA Diagnosis: Use existing test flows, test programs to create characterization test programs to help identify the failing circuit at ATE. Assist with developing screens to plug the hole at ATE by developing test programs
  • R&D activities: Drive and assist with development and deployment of innovative test methodologies to meet specific objectives. These would span structural tests and functional tests domains.
  • Qualification Support: Assist with chip testing to support qualification related testing. Examples include failure verification support & spec search to assess qualification process
  • Analyze root-causes of various challenges at ATE by doing electrical, thermal analysis
  • Test parts, analyze results and present reports to drive discussions with various teams

Skills/Experiences
  • Hands-on experience with Advantest and/or Teradyne tester platforms, SmarTest8 experience is a plus
  • Must be able to independently develop test programs, including complex test flows to support chip specifications around performance and power consumption
  • Must be able to support debugging/troubleshooting of various failure mechanisms with the part by working with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to perform volume data analysis, correlate failures with system failures, proficiency with Data analysis softwares/languages
  • Programming experience required for test method development
  • Ability to work with test hardware development teams, able to understand chip performance at ATE and contributions from the test hardware on chip behavior
  • Experienced with extreme temperature testing of ASICs at ATE

Education:
  • Bachelors/Masters Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience

Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is USD 129,400.00 To USD 207,000.00
As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
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