Test Engineer

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for a Test Engineer in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement cost-effective methods of testing electronics in a manufacturing environment, create and maintain test-related processes, troubleshoot test systems, and support functional failure debug.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and implement cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems, equipment, and electronic assemblies in a manufacturing environment.
• Write detailed test plans, maintenance procedures, test operational work instructions, and test procedures according to Department and Customer requirements.
• Support electronics testing and functional failure debug, training technicians in debug of functional test failures and the use of diagnostic equipment.
• Maintain test equipment, including preventative maintenance, failure diagnostics, equipment repair, labor standards, and capacity analysis for products.
• Identify and drive test and process improvements to closure, while identifying and communicating product software and hardware design deficiencies to customers.
• Execute structured problem-solving efforts and communicate clearly to management and multifaceted teams regarding design, test, electrical failures, and project status.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or related field of work.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of related experience in electronics test engineering, system troubleshooting, or test process development.
• Proven capability to write technical reports, execute structured problem solving, and effectively communicate status to management.
• Ability to effectively work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

How to Stand Out

Hands-on experience supporting dedicated Defense & Aerospace product lines (e.g., IPT teams, tactical communications, avionics).

Demonstrated expertise in optimizing test labor standards, conducting capacity analysis, and managing full preventative maintenance and repair for complex test equipment.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.