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Full Timemid
Leesburg, Virginia, US$70k – $80kPosted March 3, 2026

Salary Context

This role offers $70k–$80k. The median for Mid-level qa roles is $120k–$165k (based on 93 listings). 47% below median.

Job Description

Test Engineer

Location: Leesburg, Virginia 20175

Work Type: Full-Time, On-Site

About This Opportunity

Join EIT (Electronic Instrumentation & Technology) as a Test Engineer and play a critical role in delivering high-quality electronic solutions to industry leaders. We're a dynamic contract manufacturer specializing in Electronic Manufacturing Services, serving customers across Industry, Communications, Aerospace, Defense, and Healthcare sectors. This is your chance to make an impact in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise directly influences product excellence.

What You'll Do

As a Test Engineer, you'll be at the heart of our quality assurance process, combining hands-on technical work with strategic problem-solving. You'll design and develop innovative test solutions, lead troubleshooting efforts, and mentor team members while interfacing with customers to ensure their vision comes to life.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute functional testing using comprehensive test procedures, ensuring products meet or exceed specifications
  • Perform calibration of customer assemblies with precision and attention to detail
  • Conduct diagnostic and troubleshooting on assemblies that don't pass tests, identifying root causes and implementing solutions
  • Supervise and train test personnel, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
  • Prepare detailed test quotations and proposals for new projects
  • Write, update, and refine test procedures to reflect evolving product requirements
  • Partner with customer technical contacts to resolve test issues and optimize test strategies
  • Design and develop functional test fixtures that enhance efficiency and accuracy
  • Conduct design for testability (DFT) reviews to ensure products are optimized for testing
  • Lead design for test reviews and contribute to process improvements

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Associate of Science (AS) degree in electronics or computer engineering with extensive electronic test experience, OR 5+ years of proven work experience in product testing, diagnostics, electronic design, and development
  • Detailed knowledge of analog and digital components, circuits, and circuit analysis
  • Advanced proficiency with test equipment including multi-meters, oscilloscopes, frequency counters, signal generators, spectrum and network analyzers
  • Strong computer skills and technical aptitude
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of ISO processes and quality standards

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with RF (Radio Frequency) test, measurement, and troubleshooting in an electronics manufacturing environment
  • Experience with telecom test equipment
  • Track record of mentoring and developing technical teams

Why You'll Love Working Here

Work Environment

Professional office environment with a flexible 9/80 work schedule—enjoy every other Friday off to recharge and maintain work-life balance.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Excellent health insurance with dental and vision coverage—zero waiting period
  • 401(k) with company matching and no vesting period
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • Basic Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
  • Generous PTO: 15 days annually
  • 10 paid holidays annually
  • Tuition reimbursement to support your professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Exclusive employee discounts

Ready to Advance Your Career?

If you're a detail-oriented engineer with a passion for quality and innovation, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a team that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and collaborative problem-solving. Help us deliver the precision and reliability our customers depend on.

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