Hardware Test Automation Engineer

Job Title: Software Test Engineer

Job Description

Join a team dedicated to providing advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Our Avionics team is at the forefront of aviation electronics and information management solutions, ensuring passenger safety and connectivity for aircraft operators, airports, and critical infrastructure worldwide. We are seeking a talented Software Test Engineer to contribute to our mission of developing the technologies of tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Test manufacturing equipment and tools in-house in Burnsville, ensuring their functionality and reliability.
• Work onsite five days a week, designing, coding, testing, integrating, and documenting product test software for aviation products.
• Design test hardware, including fixtures and circuit boards, to support product testing.
• Develop test solutions for manufacturing floor equipment and test products.
• Program test equipment and ensure the integration of products into the system.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience. In absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience is required.
• Ability to obtain a US DoD Security Clearance (US Citizenship required).
• Experience with digital electronics, both hardware and software.
• Proficiency in VB6/VB .NET (C/C experience is also considered).
• Experience with LabVIEW and manufacturing test systems.
• Hands-on experience with test fixtures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Robotics and RF experience.
• Proficiency in Python, test equipment, software testing, validation, and test procedures.
• Experience in developing build test fixtures and testing EMI/EMC.
• Familiarity with oscilloscope, test development, hardware, firmware, and test plan creation.

Work Environment

Work onsite in an engineering lab/test environment, engaging with high technology defense/aerospace commercial equipment and technology. The role requires designing, developing, and testing in a collaborative setting dedicated to innovation and excellence.

This is a Contract position based out of Burnsville, MN.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/hr.

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 Burnsville,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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

Salary : $45 - $65