Electrical Test Engineer Costa Mesa, CA Posted: 7/9/2026
Job Description
Job ID#:
218966
Job Category:
Engineering
Position Type:
Associate - W2
Duration:
6 months
Positions Available:
12
We have an outstanding Contract position for an Electrical Test Engineer to join a leading Company located in the Costa Mesa, CA surrounding area.
Pay Rate: $60 - $90
Responsibilities:
Lead end-of-line test plan definition for new products and new features, in collaboration with firmware, software, and hardware design teams
Determine test strategies that optimize product safety, product reliability, risk mitigation, FMEA coverage, and schedule
Design and execution of PCBA and electrical system components with hands-on testing and rework as necessary
Data analysis and clear communication of results and collaboration with design engineers to resolve any product problems found via test
Design and implement next-generation test automation hardware systems to facilitate fast and repeatable testing of product
Executing on purchasing, build, integration, and final commissioning of functional testers
Develop test procedures and test automation from component level to system level
Support board bring-up and bench validation as needed
Support Design Engineer with DFT, provide feedback from test results to improve quality and test coverage
Support manufacturing test bring-up and yield
Participate in design reviews
Basic Hiring Criteria:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience designing functional test equipment
Minimum 2 years of experience in Schematic Capture and/or PCBA layout
Experience with Altium Designer is a plus
Experience in scripting languages to develop automation; C/C++/C#, Python, MATLAB
Experience in LabVIEW is a plus
Experience with peripherals and developing test and validation strategies
Experience with computer hardware communication bus protocols: USB, I2C, I2S, CSI, Ethernet, SPI, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, serial comms, etc
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to support product development from prototype to production
Understanding of lab safety protocols when working in all types of lab environments
Familiarity with measurement analysis techniques such as Gage RR and Process Capability Analysis
Understanding of hardware and software integration and test processes
Experience with source code revision and control
Experience with GitHub is a plus
Clearance eligible
Desired Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and VISIO
A detail-oriented individual who thrives in an environment that values effective team collaboration
Understanding of the Product Release Cycle from prototype to production and key deliverables of each phase
Experience with RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Power Meters
Experience with testing RF components like power amplifiers, transmitters, receivers, and filters
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers