Neros Technologies

Manufacturing Hardware Test Engineer

Torrance, California, United States$110k–$200kmidAdded today

About this role

Neros seeks a Manufacturing Hardware Test Engineer to design and execute test strategies for unmanned drone systems, from prototype bring-up through full-scale production. You'll own critical testing infrastructure, drive design-for-test initiatives, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product reliability and rapid deployment in a fast-paced defense technology startup.

What you'll do

Design and implement modular, repeatable test hardware systems for drone products
Prototype, debug, and characterize test instruments while supporting manufacturing test bring-up
Develop and optimize test strategies using GRR, Process Capability Analysis, and FMEA methodologies
Perform root cause analysis of manufacturing defects and implement corrective solutions
Drive Design-for-Test (DFT) improvements and manage full lifecycle of test system procurement through commissioning
Analyze test data and collaborate with design teams to resolve product issues and field failures

What they're looking for

Python software development for test automation
Electronics debugging tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers)
Hardware communication protocols (USB, I2C, SPI, CAN)
Sensor technologies (IMU, barometer, RF, vision systems, BLDC motors)
Test strategy development and statistical analysis (GRR, Process Capability)
Electrical engineering and circuit fundamentals
Product lifecycle management from prototype to production
Cross-functional collaboration and technical communication

Benefits

Competitive salary range: $110,000–$200,000 USD
Highly competitive equity grants as part of total compensation
Direct reporting to Head of NPI & Test with high-impact ownership
Fast-paced, hands-on startup environment focused on rapid iteration
Opportunity to influence defense technology products deployed in real-world scenarios
Equal opportunity employer welcoming diverse backgrounds

Likely interview questions

Walk us through your experience developing test strategies for complex hardware products—how do you ensure comprehensive coverage and balance speed with thoroughness?
Describe a time you debugged a critical manufacturing defect. What tools and methodologies did you use, and how did you validate your solution?

Tell us about your experience with Python-based test automation. What frameworks have you built or used, and what challenges did you overcome?
How have you applied GRR (Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility) or similar statistical methods to improve test accuracy and confidence in your previous roles?
What's your experience integrating and commissioning custom test hardware systems? How do you approach managing vendors and ensuring system reliability?
How do you approach Design-for-Test (DFT) early in the product development cycle, and can you give an example of DFT improvements you've driven?
In a startup environment where speed is critical, how do you prioritize comprehensive testing coverage without slowing product deployment?

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