Production Test Engineer
Company: Liquid Robotics, a Boeing Company
Location: Potomac
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Production Test Engineer Liquid Robotics is seeking
a Mid-Level Production Test Engineer to join our Potomac Region
team. This on-site position will report to the Senior Liaison
Engineer and focus on developing repeatable test procedures and
designing test fixtures for use in production, then executing those
procedures to support Manufacturing and QA. The Production Test
Engineer will help ensure product quality and manufacturability by
creating robust, well-documented test artifacts and carrying out
test campaigns on production units and returned field hardware.
Essential Responsibilities Develop, document, and maintain
production test procedures and associated pass/fail criteria for
assemblies, subsystems, and full Wave Glider units. Design and
specify test fixtures, jigs, software/scripts and harnesses to
enable repeatable, safe, and efficient production and qualification
testing. Build, assemble, and validate test fixtures in
collaboration with manufacturing and sustainment engineering.
Execute production and acceptance tests in support of Manufacturing
and QA; record and report results, nonconformances, and trends.
Support troubleshooting and root cause activities by executing
targeted tests, capturing diagnostic data, and coordinating with
engineering disciplines. Create and maintain clear test
documentation including test plans, procedures, runbooks, and test
reports. Participate in design reviews to provide testability and
DFT (Design for Test) input and to ensure test coverage. Support
qualification and regression test campaigns for design changes and
ECOs; verify fixes and validate corrective actions. Train
production and QA personnel on test procedures and safe operation
of test fixtures and equipment. Suggest and implement process
improvements to reduce test time, increase coverage, and improve
reliability of test results. Key Attributes Detail-oriented and
methodical with strong test discipline. Practical hands-on skills
for mechanical and electrical test setup and execution. Strong
communicator, able to convey test results and recommendations to
engineers, Manufacturing, and QA. Comfortable working in a
cross-functional environment and responding to production
priorities. Able to follow procedures precisely and also identify
opportunities to improve testability and efficiency. Minimum
Qualifications BS in Engineering, Applied Science, or related
technical discipline. Advanced degree is a plus. 3–6 years of
experience in test engineering, manufacturing test, or production
support for electro-mechanical systems (maritime, robotics,
aerospace, or similar industries preferred). Experience developing
test procedures, designing/using test fixtures, and executing
hands-on test campaigns. Proficiency with test equipment such as
multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, data loggers, and
functional test hardware; familiarity with automated test equipment
is a plus. Experience with scripting languages/tools for automation
and data analysis (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar). Able to
read and understand PCBA schematics, CAD models, firmware and
software. Experience documenting tests, producing test reports, and
working within ECR/ECO and configuration-controlled environments.
Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and
system-level behaviors. Excellent verbal and written communication
skills. Familiarity with the Liquid Robotics Wave Glider system is
desirable but not required. U.S. Person status required. Ability to
obtain a US Secret Clearance required. Preference given to
candidates with active security clearance at time of hire. Pay is
based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as
market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $92,000 -
$164,000 Liquid Robotics designs and manufactures Wave Gliders®,
the first wave and solar powered autonomous ocean robots. With our
partners we address many of the planet’s greatest challenges, by
transforming how to assess, monitor, and protect the ocean. We
solve critical problems for defense, commercial, and science
customers. Visit us at www.liquid-robotics.com to learn more.
Liquid Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Employment
decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion,
national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran
status or other characteristics protected by law.
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