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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Senior Staff Electrical Test Engineer
About Boston Dynamics:
Boston Dynamics is a global leader in robotics innovation, renowned for developing highly advanced, dynamic robots that excel in mobility, dexterity, and intelligence. Our cutting-edge robots, including the iconic Atlas, Spot, and Stretch, are pushing the boundaries of automation and redefining how machines interact with the world. At Boston Dynamics, we blend advanced mechanical design, state-of-the-art control systems, and AI-driven perception to create robots capable of performing in unstructured, real-world environments.
We are looking for a talented Senior Staff Electrical Test Engineer to support the Atlas program, helping to transform groundbreaking research prototypes into reliable, scalable systems for manufacturing and field deployment.
Check out the work space!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dP_i7hRvGpE
About the Role:
As a Senior Staff Electrical Test Engineer on the Atlas program, you will lead the design, deployment, and debug of manufacturing test systems for our next-generation robotics. You’ll own test coverage across cable/harness, PCBA, and electromechanical assemblies for our in-house pilot production, building highly reliable and scalable test equipment built to support long-term growth. Partnering with cross-functional engineering teams, you will establish technical standards for factory acceptance testing to eliminate defects before they reach the field as we scale from R&D to production.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a technical liaison to manufacturing and production teams and provide test engineering support to drive continuous improvement for test method/machine related issues.
- Provide design for test (DFT) recommendations for test coverage, fault isolation capability, and failure trends.
- Document test procedures, fixtures, configurations, and best practices.
- Design, specify, and commission PCBA functional test fixtures.
- Design, build, and debug hi-pot / dielectric withstand test stations.
- Debug existing test systems while proactively evolving and future-proofing next-generation electrical testers.
- Provide project management and design support for outsourced test development.
- Analyze test results and provide feedback to improve product quality and testing processes.
- Work with quality and process engineering teams to support failure analysis of test failures to drive root cause corrective actions.
- Support station duplication, maintenance, and deployments for repair and service teams.
- Train both internal and external manufacturing in the use and support of production test equipment, test programs, and debug processes.
- Provide short-term sustaining support on existing lines, identifying root-causes for test escapes, correlation issues, and fixture failures, and driving fixes.
- Mentor other team engineers and technicians.
Qualifications:
- BS or MS in Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering or equivalent and 8+ years of relevant experience.
- Hands-on experience designing, building, and debugging hi-pot/dielectric withstand test setups.
- Hands-on experience with bed-of-nails or clamshell-style PCBA test fixtures.
- Experience with common test instrumentation: power supplies, DMMs, DAQ hardware.
- Demonstrated ability to take a new product from design handoff through validated, production-ready test coverage (NPI experience).
- Strong electrical debug skills. Is comfortable tracing intermittent or low-repeatability failures to root cause.
- Test software development using programming languages such as Python or C++.
- Able to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings and apply fundamental knowledge to analyze designs.
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work in an ambiguous environment with minimal supervision.
- Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout software using Altium or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in robotics, aerospace, precision actuators, or high-performance electromechanical systems.
- Experience with test executive frameworks (e.g., LabVIEW, TestStand).
- Experience with PLM systems such as Arena or Enovia for revision control and documentation management.
- Experience with PCB design in Altium.
- Experience with 3D modeling software (Catia, Solidworks, NX, etc)
- Familiarity with SPC, yield tracking, or MES integration.
- Experience working with external suppliers, contract manufacturers, or design firms on tooling and test requirements.
- Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Experience with root cause analysis supported by data analytics.
Pay: $145,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Senior Staff Electrical Test Engineer
About Boston Dynamics:
Boston Dynamics is a global leader in robotics innovation, renowned for developing highly advanced, dynamic robots that excel in mobility, dexterity, and intelligence. Our cutting-edge robots, including the iconic Atlas, Spot, and Stretch, are pushing the boundaries of automation and redefining how machines interact with the world. At Boston Dynamics, we blend advanced mechanical design, state-of-the-art control systems, and AI-driven perception to create robots capable of performing in unstructured, real-world environments.
We are looking for a talented Senior Staff Electrical Test Engineer to support the Atlas program, helping to transform groundbreaking research prototypes into reliable, scalable systems for manufacturing and field deployment.
Check out the work space!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dP_i7hRvGpE
About the Role:
As a Senior Staff Electrical Test Engineer on the Atlas program, you will lead the design, deployment, and debug of manufacturing test systems for our next-generation robotics. You’ll own test coverage across cable/harness, PCBA, and electromechanical assemblies for our in-house pilot production, building highly reliable and scalable test equipment built to support long-term growth. Partnering with cross-functional engineering teams, you will establish technical standards for factory acceptance testing to eliminate defects before they reach the field as we scale from R&D to production.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a technical liaison to manufacturing and production teams and provide test engineering support to drive continuous improvement for test method/machine related issues.
- Provide design for test (DFT) recommendations for test coverage, fault isolation capability, and failure trends.
- Document test procedures, fixtures, configurations, and best practices.
- Design, specify, and commission PCBA functional test fixtures.
- Design, build, and debug hi-pot / dielectric withstand test stations.
- Debug existing test systems while proactively evolving and future-proofing next-generation electrical testers.
- Provide project management and design support for outsourced test development.
- Analyze test results and provide feedback to improve product quality and testing processes.
- Work with quality and process engineering teams to support failure analysis of test failures to drive root cause corrective actions.
- Support station duplication, maintenance, and deployments for repair and service teams.
- Train both internal and external manufacturing in the use and support of production test equipment, test programs, and debug processes.
- Provide short-term sustaining support on existing lines, identifying root-causes for test escapes, correlation issues, and fixture failures, and driving fixes.
- Mentor other team engineers and technicians.
Qualifications:
- BS or MS in Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering or equivalent and 8+ years of relevant experience.
- Hands-on experience designing, building, and debugging hi-pot/dielectric withstand test setups.
- Hands-on experience with bed-of-nails or clamshell-style PCBA test fixtures.
- Experience with common test instrumentation: power supplies, DMMs, DAQ hardware.
- Demonstrated ability to take a new product from design handoff through validated, production-ready test coverage (NPI experience).
- Strong electrical debug skills. Is comfortable tracing intermittent or low-repeatability failures to root cause.
- Test software development using programming languages such as Python or C++.
- Able to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings and apply fundamental knowledge to analyze designs.
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work in an ambiguous environment with minimal supervision.
- Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout software using Altium or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in robotics, aerospace, precision actuators, or high-performance electromechanical systems.
- Experience with test executive frameworks (e.g., LabVIEW, TestStand).
- Experience with PLM systems such as Arena or Enovia for revision control and documentation management.
- Experience with PCB design in Altium.
- Experience with 3D modeling software (Catia, Solidworks, NX, etc)
- Familiarity with SPC, yield tracking, or MES integration.
- Experience working with external suppliers, contract manufacturers, or design firms on tooling and test requirements.
- Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Experience with root cause analysis supported by data analytics.
Pay: $145,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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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 Draper, Raytheon, and Symbotic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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 48% of senior test engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 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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