Hardware Test Engineer Jobs

Hardware Test Engineers help ensure that electronic components, devices, and systems perform reliably, safely, and as designed. They develop test plans, build or configure test setups, run experiments, analyze results, and work with engineering teams to resolve issues. Explore vetted Hardware Test Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Hardware Test Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by product and industry, but commonly include designing test procedures, operating lab equipment, automating measurements, documenting results, and investigating failures. Hardware Test Engineers may evaluate prototypes and production units, assess performance under different operating conditions, and collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and firmware teams to improve products.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with electronics, test and measurement equipment, data analysis, and hardware validation. Familiarity with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies, environmental testing, and scripting or test-automation tools can be valuable. Clear technical communication and careful documentation are also important for presenting findings and supporting design decisions.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Hardware Test Engineers work across industries such as semiconductor, consumer electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial technology. Depending on experience and specialization, career paths may include senior test engineering, validation leadership, systems engineering, hardware quality, or engineering management.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search current Hardware Test Engineer openings, compare roles and qualifications, and find positions that align with your technical background and career goals.

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$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in software testing as part of a dynamic engineering team, focusing on advanced missile systems. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure robust testing and integration of next-gen de...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $180K *

Lead RF test strategy and automation for wireless spacecraft systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, develop validation infrastructure, and ensure reliability across d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Support software testing initiatives by analyzing requirements, executing automated test scripts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance in a dynamic environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading system test engineering for next-gen products. Drive strategy, manage a talented team, and ensure quality across development and manufacturing in a fast-pa...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $191K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your electrical engineering and RF expertise to develop cutting-edge production test software and calibration methods for RF and microwave instruments, ensuring high-qua...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $230K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by leading a team of engineers to develop and sustain automated test software for Radio Frequency Counter Measure products, ensuring high-quality production and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Manage the design, fabrication, and operation of test infrastructures for spaceflight hardware, ensuring rigorous testing and data analysis through all development phases. Collaborate with engineers t...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development of automated test systems for advanced manufacturing, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $97K *

Transform semiconductor testing by developing automated solutions and methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and reliability while driving innovation in test...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining defense technologies by developing and testing mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to innovate solutions and enhance testi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $170K *

Champion the development and enhancement of internal platforms for manufacturing data, test automation, and failure analysis, ensuring reliable data access for engineering and manufacturing teams to d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining mission-ready aircraft by troubleshooting and repairing custom electronics. Collaborate with engineers to enhance equipment reliability while utilizing adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to design and develop advanced test systems for high-voltage MOSFET and diode testing, integrating hardware and software while managing multiple projects and ensuring safety and effici...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of subsea electronics test systems, ensuring reliability through rigorous testing and collaboration with design engineers. Own the end-to-end process from design to execution, en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $195K *

Empower your career with a role that encompasses test automation design, development, and implementation, collaborating within an agile team to deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $175K *

Empower innovation in subsea robotics by developing automated test procedures. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance testing capabilities, ensuring quality and scalability in productio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $156K *

Elevate your career by providing expert software support to engineers, enhancing PCB design processes with Cadence tools. Collaborate in a dynamic team to troubleshoot, document, and train, ensuring h...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $156K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing PCB design workflows by providing expert software support and troubleshooting for engineering teams, ensuring high-quality, manufacturable designs that drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $115K *

Lead geotechnical projects, conducting field investigations and analyses. Collaborate with a skilled team to prepare design recommendations, manage costs, and ensure project success across residential...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$118K - $130K *

Explore a dynamic role at the intersection of multiphysics simulation and AI, validating high-fidelity datasets for machine learning. Collaborate with R&D to ensure data integrity and optimize predict...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen missile systems by authoring test plans, executing integration tests, and collaborating with multi-discipline teams to ensure software quality and reliability fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Discover a dynamic role where you will design and execute battery performance tests, ensuring safety and reliability in lithium-ion technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate req...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating test systems for robots, ensuring rigorous testing and data logging. Collaborate with engineers to enhance testing efficiency and reliability in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electronic test systems for semiconductor devices. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and ensure robust performance while driving quality and reliability in complex prod...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in program execution as a Hardware IPTL, driving engineering development and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements while fostering collaboration across teams and managing c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Hardware Test Engineer do?question toggle

    A Hardware Test Engineer plans and performs tests to verify that electronic products, components, and systems meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements. The role can include building test setups, analyzing measurements, troubleshooting failures, and documenting results.

  • What qualifications are common for Hardware Test Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for an engineering background and experience with electronics, hardware validation, test equipment, and data analysis. Depending on the position, knowledge of test automation, scripting, and industry-specific standards may also be useful.

  • Which tools do Hardware Test Engineers use?question toggle

    Tools vary by product, but may include oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies, environmental test equipment, data-acquisition systems, and software or scripts for test automation and analysis.

  • Where do Hardware Test Engineers work?question toggle

    They work in industries that design or manufacture physical technology, including semiconductors, consumer electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial systems.

  • How can I find Hardware Test Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Hardware Test Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and review opportunities that match your experience and career goals.