Senior Test Engineer

Would you like to work on mission-critical secure communication systems used in real aerospace and defense applications? Would you value a role where you sit close to R&D, supporting complex product development while developing into a Systems or Design Engineer over time? Do you want to join a highly respected engineering organisation known for cutting-edge technology, strong technical leadership, and long-term career growth? If so, this is a rare opportunity for a Senior Test Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing current and next-generation secure communication systems supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs. As a Senior Test Engineer, you will sit at the heart of product development — working closely with engineering teams across hardware, software, and systems to support R&D, integration, and system validation. As a Senior Test Engineer, you will: Support R&D activities for current and future product generations Define, document, and interpret system test requirements Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures Perform functional, qualification, and system integration testing Debug software builds, identify defects, and produce test reports Design and build test fixtures for system integration and automated testing Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve technical issues The ideal Senior Test Engineer will bring: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar 3+ years of relevant testing experience within engineering environments Experience supporting testing within R&D or product development 1–2 years’ experience using LabVIEW/Python for automated testing Familiarity with Python or C for debugging or test automation Strong understanding of electronic systems and test equipment Experience with tools such as JIRA, Git, and defect tracking systems Strong communication skills and ability to work across engineering teams U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance Location : Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (9/80 Schedule + Potential for 1 Hybrid Day Once Up to Speed) Compensation : Up to $170k (some flex for the ideal candidate) This Senior Test Engineer opportunity offers exposure to complex, mission-critical aerospace systems, strong technical mentorship, and clear progression into Systems or Design Engineering within a growing, high-technology organisation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Palomar Products, Inc.