Test Engineer Jobs in Florida
Test engineer jobs in Florida are in strong demand across aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, medical devices, and automotive electronics, with openings at every level from entry-level QA technicians to senior systems validation engineers. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Orlando, Tampa, and the Space Coast corridor around Melbourne and Cape Canaveral, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Northrop Grumman maintain major engineering operations. The most sought-after specialties in Florida right now are hardware-in-the-loop testing, avionics validation, and embedded systems verification. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Datalinks Test Flight is seeking a degreed computer scientist or engineer with foundational knowledge in software development/scripting and hands‑on interest in designing, constructing, integrating, and supporting test and evaluation (T&E) systems within the Advanced Datalinks Test Lab (ADTL). This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast‑paced environments, enjoy innovative digital communication technologies, and are eager to learn across multiple technical domains.
Position responsibilities range from supporting project team leads to potentially leading project efforts as experience is gained. This is an onsite position.
This is a full‑time position at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, with travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS.
- Assist ADTL management in designing, constructing, and supporting test equipment and systems
- Develop and maintain ADTL test support hardware, software, and scripts in compliance with established security guidelines
- Perform hands‑on integration, operation, and maintenance of hardware and electrical components, including use of electrical measurement tools for verification and validation
- Analyze failures associated with test equipment and provide recommended corrective actions
- Support Test Engineers with the design and development of test architectures and engineering solutions
- Review technical documentation to gather system data needed for design and support activities
- Interface with program offices to assist in developing engineering solutions
- Support test teams by integrating engineered solutions into test plans, CONOPS, test cards, data‑analysis plans, and formal reports
- Develop and maintain continuity documentation and engineering solution libraries
- Develop and present technical briefings to the test community, program offices, and senior personnel
- Travel to contractor facilities, test sites, and other locations as needed
- Participate in the planning, execution, data analysis, report generation, and other program‑related activities
- Support additional tasks assigned by TGBC leadership
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Strong organizational, communication, and decision‑making skills
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and within team environments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Understanding of digital data RF systems or data links
- Python scripting experience
- Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
- Experience with hardware/software testing and development of automated test tools
- Foundational knowledge in software development and scripting
- Ability to design, construct, and support hardware/software for T&E systems
- Understanding of digital data RF systems or data links (preferred)
- Experience with Python scripting (preferred)
- Experience working with Windows and Linux operating systems (preferred)
- Experience with software/hardware testing and automated test tools/fixtures (preferred)
- Ability to use electrical measurement tools for verification and validation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to review technical documentation and translate requirements into engineering actions
- Superior organization, communication, and decision‑making skills
- Excellent self‑initiative and motivation; able to work with minimal supervision
- Strong work ethic and ability to collaborate effectively in a cross‑functional team
- Ability to communicate technical details clearly and professionally in both verbal and written forms
- Ability to interface with program offices, engineers, and test teams to support integration efforts
Location: Eglin AFB, FL
Work Environment: Onsite (limited telework may be authorized)
Job Status: Full‑time
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Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
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Test Engineer Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- L3Harris13

- Odyssey Consulting13
- Odyssey Systems Consulting13

- Astrion12

- Blue Origin11

Top Industries Hiring
- Airlines
- Technology & Software
- Energy
- Aerospace & Defense
- Electronics & Hardware
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in test engineer jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science required
- Hands-on experience writing and executing test plans, test cases, and test scripts
- Proficiency with test automation tools such as NI LabVIEW, TestStand, or Python-based frameworks
- Familiarity with MIL-STD, DO-178C, or IEC 62304 standards preferred for aerospace and medical roles
- Active or obtainable DoD security clearance strongly preferred for Florida defense and aerospace positions
- Experience with defect tracking systems such as Jira and version control platforms such as Git
Test Engineer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a test engineer in Florida?
Most test engineer roles in Florida require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. Florida does not issue a state-specific license for test engineers, but candidates targeting aerospace or defense roles often pursue professional certifications such as the ISTQB Certified Tester or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer. Large Florida employers in the defense corridor frequently require or sponsor DoD security clearances, making that credential a practical prerequisite for many positions.
Which companies hire test engineers in Florida?
Employers hiring test engineers in Florida right now include L3Harris, Odyssey Consulting, and Odyssey Systems Consulting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Florida's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and medical device manufacturers means consistent demand across the state rather than a single dominant industry cluster.
Which Florida cities have the most test engineer jobs?
The cities with the most test engineer openings in Florida are Eglin AFB, Melbourne, and Niceville. Orlando and the surrounding Space Coast anchor much of the demand through aerospace and defense operations tied to Kennedy Space Center and nearby contractor campuses, while Tampa draws test engineers into defense systems, semiconductor, and medical technology firms headquartered along the I-4 and I-75 corridors.
Are there remote test engineer jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused fields, since many test engineer roles require physical access to hardware, test benches, or controlled lab environments. About 11% of test engineer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of much of the work. Software test automation, QA analysis, and test strategy roles are the positions most likely to offer remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a test engineer in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a junior QA engineer or test technician role, which Florida defense and aerospace employers regularly hire directly from engineering programs at Florida universities. Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and L3Harris all run early-career and new-graduate hiring programs with Florida-based cohorts. Building a portfolio of personal projects demonstrating test script writing, hardware debugging, or LabVIEW proficiency gives candidates a concrete edge, and an ISTQB Foundation Level certification signals readiness to hiring managers when hands-on experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to test engineer jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to test engineer jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings from employers hiring right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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