Senior Electronics Engineer Jobs in California
Senior Electronics Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the nation, concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor design, consumer electronics, and advanced communications across a market that ranges from associate to principal engineer levels. The heaviest hiring is in the San Jose and broader Bay Area corridor, Los Angeles and the South Bay aerospace belt, and San Diego, where companies like Northrop Grumman, Qualcomm, and Apple maintain large engineering operations. The most in-demand specializations include RF and mixed-signal circuit design, embedded systems development, and PCB layout for high-reliability applications. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Role Description
Form Energy is hiring a hands-on Functional Circuit Test (FCT) Test Development Engineer to lead vendor-integrated testing and automated test fixture development. This role reports to the System Electronics Development team. As part of the Systems team, you will contribute to/work on/be involved in FCT and End-of-Line (EOL) testing activities in close collaboration/partnership with Supply Chain and Quality teams. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
What you'll do:
Design, develop, deploy, and troubleshoot automated electronic manufacturing test systems.
Lead Functional Circuit Test (FCT) and End-of-Line (EOL) test development activities for PCBA and system-level products.
Define test strategies, test coverage, acceptance criteria, and validation methodologies for manufacturing test equipment.
Collaborate closely with Electrical, Firmware, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams throughout product development and NPI phases.
Provide Design-for-Test (DFT) feedback to engineering teams to improve manufacturability, diagnosability, and test coverage.
Manage external vendors for test fixture development, test equipment integration, and deployment activities.
Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for manufacturing test equipment.
Develop and document robust, scalable, and maintainable manufacturing test processes with high uptime and operational reliability.
Support NPI builds, failure analysis, root cause investigations, and manufacturing ramp activities.
Drive continuous improvements in test architecture, automation, diagnostics, and manufacturing efficiency.
What you'll bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
5+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering within PCBA and Top-Level Assembly (TLA) environments.
Strong hands-on experience developing automated test systems using NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand. (CLD/CLA certification is a plus.)
Strong understanding of embedded and manufacturing communication protocols, including CAN, CAN-FD, SPI, I2C, IsoSPI, Modbus RTU, Ethernet/IP, and TCP/IP.
Deep understanding of automated test instrumentation, including DAQs, power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, and electronic loads.
Experience developing test coverage strategies and fault detection methodologies for manufacturing environments.
Experience integrating manufacturing test systems with MES and production databases using SQL, JSON, XML, or Protobuf.
Familiarity with manufacturing inspection technologies such as AOI, AXI (X-Ray), ICT and Flying Probe is a plus.
Experience with Python for automation, scripting, or data analysis is a plus.
Familiarity with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab or MSA methodologies is a plus.
Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally to support vendor integration, validation, and NPI activities.
Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Compensation Range: $128,668 - $160,807
Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Role Description
Form Energy is hiring a hands-on Functional Circuit Test (FCT) Test Development Engineer to lead vendor-integrated testing and automated test fixture development. This role reports to the System Electronics Development team. As part of the Systems team, you will contribute to/work on/be involved in FCT and End-of-Line (EOL) testing activities in close collaboration/partnership with Supply Chain and Quality teams. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
What you'll do:
Design, develop, deploy, and troubleshoot automated electronic manufacturing test systems.
Lead Functional Circuit Test (FCT) and End-of-Line (EOL) test development activities for PCBA and system-level products.
Define test strategies, test coverage, acceptance criteria, and validation methodologies for manufacturing test equipment.
Collaborate closely with Electrical, Firmware, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams throughout product development and NPI phases.
Provide Design-for-Test (DFT) feedback to engineering teams to improve manufacturability, diagnosability, and test coverage.
Manage external vendors for test fixture development, test equipment integration, and deployment activities.
Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for manufacturing test equipment.
Develop and document robust, scalable, and maintainable manufacturing test processes with high uptime and operational reliability.
Support NPI builds, failure analysis, root cause investigations, and manufacturing ramp activities.
Drive continuous improvements in test architecture, automation, diagnostics, and manufacturing efficiency.
What you'll bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
5+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering within PCBA and Top-Level Assembly (TLA) environments.
Strong hands-on experience developing automated test systems using NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand. (CLD/CLA certification is a plus.)
Strong understanding of embedded and manufacturing communication protocols, including CAN, CAN-FD, SPI, I2C, IsoSPI, Modbus RTU, Ethernet/IP, and TCP/IP.
Deep understanding of automated test instrumentation, including DAQs, power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, and electronic loads.
Experience developing test coverage strategies and fault detection methodologies for manufacturing environments.
Experience integrating manufacturing test systems with MES and production databases using SQL, JSON, XML, or Protobuf.
Familiarity with manufacturing inspection technologies such as AOI, AXI (X-Ray), ICT and Flying Probe is a plus.
Experience with Python for automation, scripting, or data analysis is a plus.
Familiarity with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab or MSA methodologies is a plus.
Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally to support vendor integration, validation, and NPI activities.
Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Compensation Range: $128,668 - $160,807
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Senior Electronics Engineer Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Northrop Grumman11
- Rivian5
- Tesla4
- Lucid Motors4
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies4
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior electronics engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related field required
- Minimum five years of hands-on electronics design and development experience
- Proficiency in PCB design tools such as Altium Designer or Cadence Allegro
- Experience with RF, analog, or mixed-signal circuit design and verification
- Familiarity with DO-254, IPC-A-610, or MIL-STD hardware design standards
- Active or eligibility for U.S. security clearance preferred by California defense contractors
Senior Electronics Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior electronics engineer in California?
The standard path begins with a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering or electronics engineering from an accredited California institution, followed by several years of progressively responsible design experience. California does not require a state license to work as an electronics engineer in private industry, but engineers who stamp public-works drawings may need a Professional Electrical Engineer license issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. A professional engineering license, a relevant IEEE certification, or a security clearance meaningfully strengthens candidacy at the senior level.
How much do senior electronics engineers make in California?
Senior electronics engineers in California earn a median of about $160,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $97,140 for the lowest 10% to over $225,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior electronics engineers in California?
Employers hiring senior electronics engineers in California right now include Northrop Grumman, Rivian, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor foundries, and consumer electronics headquarters makes it one of the deepest markets in the country for this role.
Which California cities have the most senior electronics engineer jobs?
San Diego, Torrance, and Palo Alto currently have the most senior electronics engineer openings in California. The Bay Area and San Jose lead because of the dense cluster of semiconductor and consumer electronics companies headquartered there, while Los Angeles and San Diego draw heavily from aerospace and defense contractors with large Southern California footprints.
Are there remote senior electronics engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Hardware design, lab testing, and prototype validation require physical access to equipment, so most senior electronics engineer roles are on-site or hybrid. About 50% of senior electronics engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in systems-level review, documentation, and early-stage architecture work rather than hands-on bench roles.
How can I get hired as a senior electronics engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior electronics engineer role at a California defense contractor or semiconductor company, where structured new-graduate programs exist at employers like Northrop Grumman, Broadcom, and Intel's California design centers. Completing a senior capstone project, contributing to an open-source hardware repository, or earning an IEEE certification gives early-career candidates a concrete portfolio to present. Lateral moves from quality engineering, technical sales support, or electronics technician roles at California manufacturers also provide a credible bridge into design positions.
Where can I find and apply to senior electronics engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to senior electronics engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated in real time. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to each employer.
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