Automated Test Engineer (Test and Inspection)

Job DescriptionLeidos is seeking an Automated Test Engineer to support a government contract in the National Capital Region (NCR). The ideal candidate has hands-on experience performing test and inspection (T&I) on electronic hardware using commercial test equipment, and can apply scripting (Python and/or LabVIEW) to automate hardware and software testing within hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) test environments, including building user-facing GUIs for test operators. The role also involves engaging directly with customers to educate them on T&I capabilities and support business development. This is a hands-on hardware-first role — strong equipment experience matters more than a pure software background.Primary ResponsibilitiesPerform test, inspection, and functional verification of electronic equipment using NIST-traceable test equipmentDevelop and/or modify scripts (Python and/or LabVIEW) to automate hardware and software testing within HWIL test environmentsDesign and build front-end GUIs for test operators to run, monitor, and interpret automated test proceduresExecute test procedures on equipment to validate functionality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable test and inspection requirementsMaintain hardware and associated automated test systemsRecommend and implement improvements to existing test processes, systems, and protocolsSupport a software configuration management system for automated test softwareMaintain system architecture to ensure versatility and consistency across multiple platformsTrain and assist other technicians in the use of automated platforms, encompassing both automated and manual execution of test proceduresEngage with customers to educate them on T&I capabilities, provide equipment training as needed, and support business development effortsProvide input to test and system documentation, improvements to capabilities, build roadmaps, and update software as requiredUpdate or develop documentation as necessary to support automated testing, including but not limited to:Test and inspection requirements documentsMultimedia documentation for use with automated test systemsSystem documentation pertaining to hardware and software for automated test systemsUpdates to test program style guides, GUI development, and architecture for existing and next-generation test and measurement systemsAttend meetings and reviewsCommunicate with internal team members across multiple areas, the program manager, and customer team membersCommunicate with external parties such as mission partners and vendorsRequired QualificationsDemonstrated hands-on experience with commercial test equipment from Agilent, Keysight, HP, Tektronix, and National Instruments, to include power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, counters, power meters, signal & waveform generators, electronic loads, and audio, noise, signal, modulation and power analyzersActive TS/SCI; must be eligible and willing to upgrade to TS/SCI w/polygraphMust have a Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in an engineering field, and at least 8 years of relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience; at least 12 years of work experience can be used in lieu of degree/combined with educationWorking knowledge of Python or LabVIEW sufficient to automate hardware and software test proceduresUnderstanding of measurement traceability and use of NIST-traceable test equipmentDemonstrated experience/training in the operation of electronic devices such as transmitters, receivers, and power suppliesStrong written/verbal communication, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills, including willingness and ability to document and share information, educate customers, and provide equipment trainingAble to work well in a team environment and as an individual contributorDesired QualificationsExperience with hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) test environmentsExperience with software testing (unit, integration, or regression testing) in addition to hardware testingExperience developing user-facing GUIs or test dashboards for non-technical operatorsKnowledge of RF principles and hands-on RF test experienceKnowledge of cellular technologies and/or cellular testing experienceBackground in electronics maintenance or a test and inspection (T&I) environmentKnowledgeable of electronics and electrical engineering principles (voltage, current, RF)Experience with customer-facing roles, technical training delivery, or business development support#MSBAIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:September 11, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.SummaryLocation: Reston, VAType: Full time