Test Engineer

Worker Type Regular

Job Description

The Test Engineer designs, develops, and implements cost-effective methods of testing and Test Equipment for production testing of small UAV systems and the PCBA's and sub-system that comprise them.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products.

• This position requires C# / OOP software development using Visual Studio IDE. Experience in LabVIEW is also required.

• Plans the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing, configuring and calibrating product.

• Develops test plans and strategies

• Independently drives for results and consistently meets deliverables on projects with aggressive timelines.

• Work with diverse teams across multiple disciplines.

• Provides feedback to product design team to improve testability of design.

• Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues

• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) :

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• Minimum of 2 - 5 years' experience in development of test solutions to support testing in a production environment, including on-going support

• Experienced in writing Test Plans based on functional requirements and technical specifications

• Experienced writing bug reports and performing root-cause analyses

• Experienced in Object Oriented Programming (C# programming using Visual Studio IDE a plus)

• Ability to generate estimates based on different levels of specifications at different life cycle stages of a project

• Knowledge of engineering disciplines including mechanical & electrical design, material properties, and test instrumentation

• Strong testing knowledge & ability to use the latest testing technology and standards

• Knowledge of various testing methodologies at all stages of product development

• Demonstrated ability to select and integrate test instrumentation, to interpret component data sheets, board schematics, and wiring diagrams and to design test interface circuits and controls

• Proficient in planning, writing, and executing test specifications

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

• Radio Frequency (RF), video test experience is preferred

• Strong quality, risk quantification, and technical leadership skills

• Possesses effective problem resolution, judgment & decision making skills

• Strong oral and written communications skills

• Exercises good judgment within defined procedures & practices to determine appropriate action. Typically receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)

• Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent)

• Required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

• Able to lift up to 10 lbs. and carry objects of varying sizes and shapes (Occasional)

Training Travel Requirement:
This position requires initial travel to Simi Valley, CA for training. Travel, lodging, meals, and ground transportation will be provided.

Clearance Level

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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