Test Engineer Jobs in Texas

Test Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, software and systems development, and industrial automation across seniority levels from entry-level QA roles through principal and staff engineers. Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Houston anchor the market, where established employers such as Texas Instruments, Lockheed Martin, and Dell Technologies maintain large engineering workforces. The most sought-after specialties are embedded systems testing, automated test equipment, and software QA in cloud-native environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles291+
Top employerShield AI
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring43
Work type79% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Frost
Performance Test Engineer
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Frost
New 4h ago
Performance Test Engineer
Frost
San Antonio, Texas
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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CSAT SOLUTIONS
Test Engineer
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CSAT SOLUTIONS
New 6h ago
Test Engineer
CSAT SOLUTIONS
Houston, Texas
Backend Engineering
Data Science
Software Engineering
1,001-5,000

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SpaceX
Sr. Electrical Test Development Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)
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SpaceX
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Sr. Electrical Test Development Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)
SpaceX
Bastrop, Texas
Solutions Architecture
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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SpaceX
Electrical Test Development Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)
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SpaceX
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Electrical Test Development Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)
SpaceX
Bastrop, Texas
Solutions Architecture
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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SpaceX
Sr. IC Packaging Test Engineer, Silicon Technology (Starlink)
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SpaceX
New 6h ago
Sr. IC Packaging Test Engineer, Silicon Technology (Starlink)
SpaceX
Bastrop, Texas
Solutions Architecture
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Test Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Plano
17 jobs
San Antonio
12 jobs
Richardson
7 jobs
Van Horn
6 jobs
Allen
5 jobs

Test Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Shield AI
    Shield AI16
  • Flex
    Flex12
  • Tesla
    Tesla12
  • SpaceX
    SpaceX12
  • CesiumAstro
    CesiumAstro11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware24
  • Technology & Software14
  • Aerospace & Defense13
  • Manufacturing9
  • Consulting & Professional Services6

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience developing and executing automated test scripts or frameworks
  • Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA or TestRail
  • Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop or embedded systems testing environments
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Java, or C++ for test automation
  • Strong documentation skills for test plans, test cases, and defect reports

Test Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a test engineer in Texas?

Most test engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for test engineers, so hiring decisions hinge on technical credentials such as ISTQB certification or relevant vendor certifications in tools like Selenium or LabVIEW. Building a portfolio of test automation projects and gaining hands-on experience through internships at Texas-based manufacturers or tech companies strengthens a candidacy significantly.

Which companies hire test engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring test engineers in Texas right now include Shield AI, Flex, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and enterprise software companies means demand for test engineers stays consistent across the state throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most test engineer jobs?

Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most test engineer openings in Texas. Austin's dense software and semiconductor industry drives high volume there, Dallas-Fort Worth's mix of defense contractors and corporate tech campuses sustains strong demand, and Houston's aerospace and energy-technology sector adds a steady stream of hardware and systems test roles.

Are there remote test engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, though availability varies by specialization. About 21% of test engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the role's split nature. Software QA and automation engineering roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while hardware, embedded systems, and lab-based test roles typically require on-site presence at a facility or test bench.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for QA analyst, test technician, or junior software QA roles, which Texas-based employers such as Dell Technologies, Texas Instruments, and mid-size Austin software firms post as structured entry points. Building a portfolio of automation scripts on GitHub and earning an ISTQB Foundation certification gives candidates a concrete credential to show. Many applicants also move laterally from adjacent roles such as technical support or systems analyst positions within the same company.

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

You can find and apply to test engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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