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Hardware Test Engineer

Actalent
Forest, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 3/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

Join our dynamic team as a Hardware Test Engineer, where you will be responsible for creating and validating test plans and procedures for Department of Defense programs. You will utilize lab tools such as oscilloscopes and multimeters to validate printed circuit boards and collaborate with Electrical Engineers to address any identified failures.

Responsibilities
  • Create and validate comprehensive test plans and test procedures for DOD programs.
  • Utilize lab tools, including oscilloscopes and multimeters, to validate printed circuit boards.
  • Collaborate with Electrical Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve failures.
  • Conduct both analog and digital circuit testing.
  • Develop and implement hardware and electrical testing protocols.
  • Engage in circuit board bring-up and ethernet testing.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and similar lab tools.
  • 5 years of experience as an Electrical/Hardware Test Engineer.
  • Strong skills in creating and developing test plans and procedures.
  • Experience in analog and digital circuit testing.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
  • Experience with motor controls and motion control is desired.
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong generalist skills in Electrical Engineering.
Work Environment

Join a team of 50 professionals, half of whom are engineers, in a collaborative and innovative environment. You will have the opportunity to work closely with multiple engineering disciplines and contribute to technology advancements that directly support the Army. This role offers the chance to grow your career across several programs, with options to tailor your development based on personal interests. The team is expanding, providing exciting opportunities for career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Forest, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lake Forest,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 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 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 : $55 - $70

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