Senior Test Engineer (Evergreen)
Acron Aviation · Grand Rapids
Hardware & ElectricalAvionics - SurveillanceOn-siteSourcing
Acron Aviation is hiring a Senior Test Engineer (Evergreen) in Grand Rapids, Michigan (on-site). Posted 21 August 2026. Apply directly on Acron Aviation's own careers site — no account needed.
About Acron Aviation (Avionics – Surveillance):
Acron Aviation designs, engineers, and manufactures certified avionics systems that support safety-critical flight operations across commercial and military aviation. Within Avionics, the Surveillance product line develops and sustains systems that enable aircraft awareness, collision avoidance, and airspace interoperability. Our portfolio includes TCAS, Mode S transponders, ADS-B, and integrated surveillance solutions deployed across commercial, military, and rotorcraft platforms. This work is performed in highly regulated environments and demands deep expertise across systems, hardware, software, and RF throughout the full product lifecycle.
**This requisition is being utilized to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for potential future opportunities as they arise**
Job Title
Senior Test Engineer
As a Senior Test Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and implementing automated test systems used for manufacturing, engineering development, and product certification of safety-critical avionics products. You will lead test system projects from concept through deployment, ensuring solutions are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality and performance expectations.
This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge avionics technologies while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams in a highly regulated aerospace environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop requirements, architectures, and designs for automated test stations.
- Design, develop, document, and maintain test software solutions.
- Lead test system development projects with minimal supervision.
- Conduct peer reviews of software and requirements documentation.
- Execute software verification and validation activities.
- Perform systems-level integration and testing of automated test stations.
- Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures, and reports.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of hardware and software issues.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to improve product reliability and test efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with applicable aerospace and company standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 4 - 10 years of related experience programming in C.
- Experience in product testing, automated test systems, or related engineering functions.
- Experience working with digital electronic circuits.
- Knowledge of:
- NI TestStand
- LabWindows/CVI
- IEEE-488 (GPIB) controllers and drivers
- Environmental test equipment and temperature chambers
- Experience with avionics communication protocols, including:
- ARINC 429
- ARINC 717
- MIL-STD-1553
- I2C
- RS-232
- RS-422
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with L-band high-power pulsed transmitters and receivers.
- Experience with RF test equipment and automated RF test systems.
- Demonstrated expertise debugging and optimizing complex C software applications.
- Aerospace, avionics, or safety-critical systems experience.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Ability to mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Acron Aviation is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Additional Information:
Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E-Verify employer
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