Senior Test Development Engineer - Secret Clearance

Our engineers have worked on some of the coolest Aerospace, Defense, Space and Medical Device products in the world. What we do matters.

QDSS is looking for Senior Development Engineers to be responsible for the development of test solutions and architectures for various programs. Engineers in this role will also have exposure to the full lifecycle development process - from the requirements definition phase of the test solution design process through the verification and final system sell-off in a production facility or field/depot environment.

Due to the nature of these roles, applicants must be a US Citizen and currently hold or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to starting. The position is onsite in Tewksbury, MA.

Role Responsibilities:

• Develop test hardware, software, and/or firmware, from requirements definition through deployment at manufacturing or customer facilities. These test capabilities may span multiple disciplines (Power, RF, Analog, Digital)

• Lead smaller teams of engineers, overseeing the technical execution of project tasks as well as reporting of project status (cost and schedule) to STS department leadership

• Actively identify test readiness issues and optimizations throughout the development lifecycle

• Understand and meet established project budget, schedule, and performance commitments

• Guide mechanical engineering and/or suppliers through test adapter design activities, with moderate support from senior engineers

• Work effectively within a team, or function as an individual contributor as needed, working autonomously with limited supervision

• Engage in personal technical growth

• Prepare and clearly present your work product at project status meetings

• Support Manufacturing operations, including on-site troubleshooting and debugging

Required Skills:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant engineering experience

• Experience in electrical engineering design and/or software automation concepts and applications

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.

• US. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Desired Skills:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or demonstrated experience with electrical engineering design concepts

• Minimum 5 years of related experience excluding internships

• Experience leading technical tasks and small to mid-sized project teams

• Exposure to project management tools such as MS Project, Jira/Confluence, and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tracking software

• Experience with National Instruments’ TestStand, LabWindows/CVI, and/or LabVIEW

• Experience with Digital, Analog, RF, and/or Power Supply test hardware and/or software design

• Experience with the routine use and/or automation of commercial test and measurement equipment, i.e. Oscilloscopes, DMMs, network analyzers, power supplies, etc.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Mostly Office Environments, Occasional Shop Floor involvement.

• Substantial amounts of telephone and computer work.

• Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.

• Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.

• Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM

• Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations.

• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges
$82—$87 USD

At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.