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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$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing naval systems through automation. Lead the development of automated testing for critical software and hardware, ensuring reliability and performance in both l...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $231K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on automating and managing Kubernetes infrastructure. Collaborate with experts to enhance platform reliability and streamline application deployme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $160K *

Advance the future of digital and mixed signal ASICs by driving architecture development, RTL design, and verification. Collaborate with teams to innovate and enhance product performance in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate high-quality testing strategies while leading cross-functional teams. Explore emerging technologies and mentor engineers to enhance testing practices, ensuring efficient product transitions f...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $180K *

Contribute to the optimization of drone imaging systems by rigorously testing camera performance across diverse conditions, ensuring top-quality delivery to customers through data-driven analysis and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $108K *

Unlock your potential by contributing to the development of avionics and software test assets for satellite subsystems. Collaborate with a dynamic R&D team to ensure quality and reliability in high-st...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Optimize server performance and enhance quality by driving testing initiatives, collaborating with teams, and utilizing your technical skills to improve product reliability and efficiency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in analyzing Missile Defense System performance data, developing analytical tools, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure effective test execution and reporting for strateg...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by developing embedded software for innovative ignition systems. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to enhance product creation, focusing on precise timing control and indu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $200K *

Unlock potential by owning and enhancing hardware-in-the-loop test infrastructure for high-reliability systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing processes and validate...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $108K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense by testing systems critical to national security. Support a high-stakes program with dynamic responsibilities in planning, execution, and verification...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the AMS firmware validation platform through innovative CI/CD practices, ensuring robust testing and validation of Mixed-Signal IP firmware from development to hardware in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $144K *

Innovate custom test equipment for radar systems, integrating RF engineering expertise and CAD tools. Collaborate on qualification testing and ensure compliance with security standards while traveling...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing and testing embedded real-time DSP and control systems for advanced applications, utilizing MATLAB and C++ for system design and firmware coding, while contributing to d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Elevate automotive innovation by leading component development efforts, focusing on battery systems and electromechanical technologies to enhance product quality and reliability within a global team e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $151K *

Drive technical support for automotive microcontrollers, enhancing customer relationships and providing design-in assistance. Collaborate on application roadmaps and deliver impactful training and pre...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $149K *

Innovate testing strategies for aerospace hardware, ensuring mission readiness through rigorous environmental and functional testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in medical devices by leveraging your expertise in regulatory standards, risk management, and quality systems to ensure compliance and enhance product safety...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer robust test and release systems for cloud-based inference services. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable, automated testing and deployment processes, enhancing software quality and del...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $241K *

Empower your career with a role that bridges RF design and validation, ensuring compliance and performance of cutting-edge hardware. Collaborate across teams to deliver reliable solutions that meet mi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $241K *

Transform RF design and testing by collaborating across teams to deliver compliant, high-performance hardware. Ensure reliability and regulatory adherence while innovating solutions for military commu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by ensuring electrical quality in mission-critical environments. Collaborate across teams to uphold compliance, performance, and safety standards through inspections, testing, and doc...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver quality assurance in mission-critical environments by ensuring compliance and performance of electrical systems through inspections, testing, and collaboration across teams to uphold safety an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $177K *

Lead and develop a high-performing Test & Validation Engineering team, creating robust test strategies and methods for robotic systems. Ensure accurate data collection and analysis to support engineer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $196K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Product Quality Engineer, driving quality improvements in Electromagnetic Warfare products. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reliability and excellence througho...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.