Test Engineer

Location: Grand Prairie, TX (100% On-Site)

Pay Rate: $92.07/hour

Contract Duration: 14 Months

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance or Active Interim Secret Clearance Required Prior to Start

Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Related Engineering Discipline

Actalent is currently seeking a Test Engineer to support a leading defense and aerospace program in Grand Prairie, Texas. This position will be responsible for hardware and software test system design, updates, integration, verification, and troubleshooting activities in support of advanced defense technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, electronics troubleshooting, test equipment development, software debugging, and system verification. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and solving complex technical challenges with minimal supervision.

This is a 14-month contract opportunity with the potential for extension and/or the opportunity to pursue direct employment with the client based on performance and business needs.

• Design, develop, update, and support hardware and software test systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis on analog and digital electronic systems.
• Support system integration, verification, validation, and test activities.
• Design and support Interface Test Adapters (ITAs), test cables, and associated test equipment.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including:
  • Test requirements
  • Test procedures
  • Operating instructions
  • Installation procedures
  • Flow charts
  • Block diagrams
  • Schematics
  • Interface control documents
• Participate in engineering reviews, including design reviews, peer reviews, and verification readiness reviews.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Design Assurance, Quality, and Technical Leadership teams to ensure test systems meet program requirements and engineering standards.
• Provide timely communication regarding technical issues, project progress, and risk mitigation activities.
• Support occasional travel to customer, supplier, and manufacturing facilities as required.

• Active Secret Clearance or Active Interim Secret Clearance required prior to start.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience troubleshooting analog and digital electronic systems.
• Experience supporting test software design and software debugging efforts.
• Experience with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment, including:
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Signal Generators
  • Spectrum Analyzers
  • Digital Multimeters (DMMs)
  • Power Supplies
  • AC/DC Power Distribution Systems
• Understanding of hardware and software configuration management processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.
• Experience designing and supporting Interface Test Adapters (ITAs) and cable assemblies.
• Experience with LabVIEW and/or TestStand.

• Experience within the defense, aerospace, military, or other highly regulated engineering environments.
• Experience supporting electronic test systems, hardware verification, system integration, or test automation programs.
• Experience working with complex electromechanical systems and mission-critical technologies.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.

• Drug screen and background check required.
• Safety shoes are required for this position.
• Candidates must have an active Interim Secret or Secret Clearance prior to starting.
• Qualified candidates identified before the targeted start date may be considered for an accelerated start.

Eligible employees may have access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off and other applicable leave benefits

If you are an Electrical Engineer with experience in electronics testing, system verification, software debugging, and defense or aerospace environments, we encourage you to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-impact engineering program while earning $92.07 per hour on a 14-month contract with the potential for extension or direct-hire consideration.

This is a Contract position based out of Grand Prairie, TX.

The pay range for this position is $92.07 - $92.07/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Prairie,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email for other accommodation options.

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