Portland, OR, United States (On-site) Contract (11 months 29 days) Published 10 hours ago vendor management automation configuration management Hardware Integration test engineering project coordination project management Seeking a Technical Lead to own end-to-end test fixture design, including architecture, breakout cabling, configuration optimization, and vendor coordination, while leveraging modern software-based testing approaches. This role ensures fixtures are built for efficient use of limited lab space, easy access, and maintainability, while remaining flexible enough to support multiple test configurations. The lead will establish standardized designs and partner with vendors to ensure timely, high-quality execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Test Fixture Architecture & Design:

Design breakout cabling and configuration layouts for test fixtures Optimize fixture designs for efficient use of limited lab space Establish standardized fixture designs for reuse across multiple test configurations

Vendor Coordination & Execution:

Partner with vendors to ensure timely, high-quality fixture builds Coordinate vendor timelines and deliverables Conduct quality reviews of vendor-built fixtures

Standardization & Lab Space Optimization:

Ensure fixtures are built for easy access and maintainability Support multiple test configurations through flexible fixture design Leverage modern software-based testing approaches to streamline fixture usage Qualifications include:

Education:

Bachelor's degree or relevant coursework in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field Specialized knowledge: Test fixture design, breakout cabling/harness architecture, lab equipment integration

Skills:

Strong understanding of software-based testing approaches; ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams Professional certification: None required

Experience:

5+ years in test fixture design, hardware validation, or a related engineering role, including vendor management experience Ability to lift/move test equipment up to 25-35 lbs Ability to work in a lab environment for extended periods, including standing/bending to access fixtures Manual dexterity for cable routing and connector assembly Optional skills : Experience with IFE (in-flight entertainment) or aerospace hardware testing Familiarity with scripting/automation for test processes Experience working with international vendors or manufacturing partners The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $34.67/hour - $54.18/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America's leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients' success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Unincorporated LA County workers:

we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.