Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation bonus

Principal Test Development Engineer – Sensor Test Solutions

Location: Andover, MA | On-Site


Advance Your Engineering Career with Legion Technical Solutions


Legion Technical Solutions (LTS) is seeking an experienced Principal Test Development Engineer to support advanced defense and aerospace technology programs. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished electrical engineer to contribute to the design, development, integration, and deployment of sophisticated automated test systems supporting mission-critical technologies.


At LTS, we connect talented engineering professionals with challenging, high-impact opportunities where technical expertise, innovation, and collaboration make a measurable difference. We are committed to building lasting relationships with our engineers and providing opportunities to contribute to meaningful programs at the forefront of technology.


Position Overview


As a Principal Test Development Engineer, you will join a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for developing advanced electrical test stations, fixtures, and automated test solutions. You will work across RF, power, digital, and analog technologies, combining hardware design expertise with automated test software development.


This position offers the opportunity to contribute throughout the engineering lifecycle, from initial design and development through integration, verification, and deployment to manufacturing and depot environments.


Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and deploy sophisticated electrical test stations, fixtures, and automated test equipment.
  
  
• Perform electrical schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) design for test hardware and supporting systems.
  
  
• Develop, integrate, and troubleshoot automated test software using C, C++, C#, LabVIEW, and/or TestStand.
  
  
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver reliable test solutions supporting complex electronic systems.
  
  
• Participate in technical design reviews, project meetings, and engineering development activities.
  
  
• Support testing, troubleshooting, verification, and deployment of test equipment in manufacturing and depot environments.
  
  
• Maintain engineering documentation, communicate technical progress, and contribute to continuous process improvements.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM discipline.
  
  
• Minimum of 8–10 years of relevant engineering experience involving electrical test equipment, automated test systems, or test development.
  
  
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, or integrating electrical test instruments and equipment.
  
  
• Hands-on experience developing automated test software using one or more of the following: C, C++, C#, LabVIEW, or TestStand.
  
  
• Working knowledge of electrical circuit technologies, including RF, power electronics, digital logic, and/or analog circuits.
  
  
• Experience with electrical schematic capture and PCB design, including ORCAD, Cadence Allegro, or comparable engineering design tools.
  
  
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
  
  
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing complete automated test stations and electrical test fixtures from concept through deployment.
  
  
• Experience with defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated engineering programs.
  
  
• Familiarity with structured engineering development processes, configuration management, and formal technical documentation.
  
  
• Technical project leadership experience, including project scheduling, cost management, or Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
  
  
• Experience with MS Project or similar project management tools.
  
  
• Familiarity with manufacturing test environments and production support.
  
  
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams of 5–10 technical professionals.
  
  

Why Join Legion Technical Solutions?


At Legion Technical Solutions, we recognize that exceptional engineers want more than just another assignment. They want challenging technical work, opportunities to apply their expertise, and professional relationships built on trust and respect.


Through LTS, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on advanced technology: Contribute to sophisticated aerospace and defense systems with real-world impact.
  
  
• Apply your technical expertise: Take on challenging engineering problems involving hardware, software, and complex test systems.
  
  
• Collaborate with accomplished professionals: Work alongside experienced engineers across multiple technical disciplines.
  
  
• Expand your professional experience: Gain exposure to demanding engineering environments, advanced technologies, and complex development programs.
  
  
• Partner with a dedicated team: Experience a professional, relationship-driven approach focused on your success.
  
  

Take the Next Step in Your Engineering Career


If you are an experienced electrical or test development engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and developing innovative test solutions, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.


Apply today to explore this opportunity with Legion Technical Solutions and put your engineering expertise to work on technologies that matter.


Legion Technical Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to fair and equitable employment practices.