About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Test & Validation Engineer to support factory test processes on complex electronic assemblies. This role works on a 4th-shift schedule and supports cross-functional teams to ensure products meet requirements and mission needs.

• Support cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Test Equipment Development, Design Engineering, Maintenance, and Program teams
• Assist with creation and maintenance of Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs), including test instructions, workflow/routing updates, and documentation changes
• Work with Test Development Engineering to support test hardware and software used on the factory floor
• Provide day-to-day support to manufacturing test areas: basic troubleshooting, incorporate engineering changes into MDPs under supervision
• Assist with disposition of non-conforming material and support root cause / corrective action activities
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve cycle time, reduce costs, and enhance safety using CORE principles
• Develop familiarity with factory test equipment and test methodologies used on complex electronic assemblies

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Qualifications — You Must Have

To be considered, applicants must meet baseline requirements for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) or equivalent technical experience; typically 0–2 years relevant experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (DoD Secret). U.S. citizenship is required
• Willingness to work the assigned 4th-shift schedule and perform hands-on work in an onsite manufacturing/test environment
• Strong willingness to learn, follow safety procedures, and work collaboratively with production teams

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Preferred Qualifications

The following skills and experiences are desirable and will help you be successful:

• Foundational understanding of RF, digital, and analog circuits
• Ability to read and interpret test requirements, schematics, and technical drawings with guidance
• Basic experience with RF and electronics test equipment (power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum or network analyzers)
• Exposure to test software environments such as LabVIEW or NI TestStand
• Hands-on electronics aptitude and troubleshooting interest
• Prior internship, co-op, or academic project experience in electronics, testing, or manufacturing
• Familiarity with CORE or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Active DoD Secret clearance is a plus (but not required)

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Location, Shift & Work Conditions

• Location: Onsite in Andover, MA (Confidential Client facility)
• Shift: 4th shift — 12-hour shifts Friday through Sunday plus 4 hours during the week; includes an 8% shift premium
• This is an onsite manufacturing/test role; select interviews or process steps may be required in person
• Employment eligibility and clearance: U.S. citizenship required; candidates must be able to obtain/maintain required security credentials

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (good-faith estimate): $62,900 — $119,700 USD per year
• Eligible employees may have access to benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off and holidays, parental leave, and other programs (final package varies by business unit and role)
• Paid shift premium for 4th-shift work as noted above
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

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Why Join

• Entry-level engineering opportunity to gain hands-on test and validation experience on advanced electronic systems
• Work within a collaborative manufacturing and engineering environment with structured learning and continuous improvement focus
• Exposure to test development, manufacturing processes, and cross-discipline teams — strong foundation for career growth in test engineering

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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