Test Equipment Design Engineer

DESE Research
Huntsville, AL

DESE Research Inc. is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Test Equipment Design Engineer position. If you feel like you have the skills and qualifications for this job please apply now!

Job Details:

The candidate will design document and support test equipment used for avionics system verification environmental testing and subsystem evaluation. This position requires the ability to interpret system requirements develop electrical and wiring diagrams create assembly documentation and support hardware integration activities. The candidate will work closely with electrical mechanical and systems engineers to ensure test hardware meets performance safety environmental and schedule requirements. A successful candidate will be flexible detail-oriented and comfortable working across multiple hardware domains in an agile team environment.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in electrical engineering aerospace engineering systems engineering or relevant field

  • Experience reading creating or modifying electrical diagrams or engineering drawings

  • Familiarity with avionics systems electrical power systems or test equipment design

  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering team and communicate technical information clearly

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Responsibilities:

Creation of Electrical Diagrams & Drawings

  • Develop block diagrams wiring diagrams harness drawings and assembly drawings.

  • Support diagrams and documentation for electrical power systems command and control systems RF systems and GPS hardware.

  • Design and build test equipment to support avionics box testing in thermal shock and vibration environments.

Acceptance Test Plans

  • Create verification plans for avionics rack tester equipment.

  • Define and document acceptance tests including voltage testing electrical signal characterization and other performance evaluations.

  • Support execution troubleshooting and refinement of test procedures.

Procurement Analysis & Tracking

  • Utilize existing tools and infrastructure to track purchase orders and procurement status for tester hardware.

  • Analyze supplier viability with respect to ITAR compliance cost projections and schedule adherence to hardware need dates.

  • Create tracking tools tables or supporting documentation required for procurement and supplier analysis.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience designing test stands test harnesses or automated test equipment

  • Familiarity with RF systems GPS subsystems or avionics interfaces

  • Experience with environmental testing (thermal vibration shock) and test readiness activities

  • Experience with electrical CAD tools or diagram-generation software

  • Strong organizational skills attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Self-directed motivated and results-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities

About DESE:

For the past 43 years DESE has provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of Defense Energy Space and Environment. As a small family-oriented business DESE provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan competitive salaries and perhaps most importantly the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

Why employees love working for DESE:

At DESE we are committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employees. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working here:

  • Competitive health dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums

  • Flexible work schedules

  • Two different flexible spending account options

  • Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional

  • Performance bonus program

  • Education reimbursement program

  • Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities

  • Vacation Sick & Holiday leave

  • Robust 401k profit sharing plan

  • Opportunities for internal promotions

  • Employee referral incentive program

  • Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Disability Accommodation for Applicants DESE Research Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us: or x123.

Posted 2025-11-27

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