Senior Test Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

Senior Test Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in defense and aerospace systems, medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing, and enterprise software, with opportunities at every level from associate test engineer through principal. The Boston metro, greater Lowell, and the Route 128 corridor around Waltham and Woburn account for the largest share of openings, anchored by long-established employers like Raytheon Technologies, Analog Devices, and Boston Scientific. The most sought-after specialties are hardware-in-the-loop test systems, automated test equipment, and embedded software validation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles67
Top employerRaytheon
Top cityAndover, MA
Cities hiring21
Work type66% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Parker Hannifin
Sr Test Technician, Aerospace Manufacturing
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Sr Test Technician, Aerospace Manufacturing
Parker Hannifin
Devens, Massachusetts
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
$26.6 - $40.15/hr
10,000+

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Care Access
Senior Engineer, Test Automation
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Senior Engineer, Test Automation
Care Access
Boston, Massachusetts
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$130k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree

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Raytheon
Senior Hardware Test Engineer
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Senior Hardware Test Engineer
Raytheon
Andover, Massachusetts
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Analytics
Data Science
$87k - $165k/yr
10,000+

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Raytheon
Senior Software Integration & Test Engineer
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Raytheon
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Senior Software Integration & Test Engineer
Raytheon
Woburn, Massachusetts
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$87k - $165k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Raytheon
Sr. Systems Engineer, Integration and Test Engineer
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Added 4d ago
Sr. Systems Engineer, Integration and Test Engineer
Raytheon
Woburn, Massachusetts
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$87k - $165k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Senior Test Engineer Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Andover
11 jobs
Cambridge
10 jobs
Boston
8 jobs
Tewksbury
5 jobs
Devens
4 jobs
Woburn
4 jobs
Wilmington
4 jobs
Hanscom AFB
4 jobs
Bedford
3 jobs

Senior Test Engineer Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Raytheon
    Raytheon15
  • Draper
    Draper6
  • Commonwealth Fusion Systems
    Commonwealth Fusion Systems3
  • STR
    STR2
  • Werfen
    Werfen2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Manufacturing
  • Science & Research
  • Telecommunications

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior test engineer jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of hands-on experience designing and executing test plans for complex systems
  • Proficiency with automated test frameworks such as LabVIEW, NI TestStand, or Python-based test suites
  • Experience with hardware-in-the-loop or software-in-the-loop test environments in defense or medical contexts
  • Strong working knowledge of requirements traceability, defect tracking, and test documentation standards
  • Familiarity with industry compliance standards such as DO-178C, IEC 62304, or MIL-STD-461 relevant to Massachusetts sectors

Senior Test Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior test engineer in Massachusetts?

Most senior test engineers in Massachusetts build toward the role through a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering followed by several years in test or validation roles within the state's dominant industries. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license for test engineering, but earning credentials such as a Professional Engineer registration through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors or an ASQ Certified Quality Engineer designation strengthens candidacy for senior-level openings significantly.

Which companies hire senior test engineers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring senior test engineers in Massachusetts right now include Raytheon, Draper, and Commonwealth Fusion Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of defense primes, medical device manufacturers, and semiconductor firms means senior test engineering roles here often involve highly regulated products and require familiarity with formal verification and validation processes.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most senior test engineer jobs?

Andover, Cambridge, and Boston consistently post the most senior test engineer openings in Massachusetts. The Route 128 and Interstate 495 corridors running through communities like Waltham, Woburn, Andover, and Lowell drive much of the activity outside Boston proper, reflecting the long-standing cluster of defense contractors, semiconductor companies, and medical device firms that have anchored the region's engineering economy for decades.

Are there remote senior test engineer jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely software-focused disciplines because much of the senior test engineer work in Massachusetts involves physical hardware, lab equipment, or regulated test environments that require on-site presence. About 34% of senior test engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The portions of the role most amenable to remote work include test plan authoring, requirements analysis, and automation script development.

How can I get hired as a senior test engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a junior or associate test engineer role within one of Massachusetts's large defense or medical device employers, where structured rotation programs and mentorship are common. Raytheon Technologies, Analog Devices, and Boston Scientific each run early-career engineering programs that accept recent graduates into test-focused tracks. Moving laterally from a quality assurance technician or validation engineer position is another well-traveled route. Building hands-on experience with LabVIEW or NI TestStand and earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential gives candidates without direct test engineering titles a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to senior test engineer jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to senior test engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across the defense, medical device, semiconductor, and software industries. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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