quality-assurance jobs in San Diego

Senior Software QA Engineer to own system testing for Firestorm's avionics platform—embedded Linux and RTOS flight computers, board support packages, device drivers, and safety-critical data paths. You will design and execute risk-based test strategies (feature/bring-up, exploratory, regression, acceptance) and build automation across HIL/SIL rigs exercising real buses (CAN/CAN-FD, UART, SPI, I²C, Ethernet) and links (MAVLink, Tactical Data Links) under fault conditions.…See more You will instrument diagnostics, triage defects, and harden robustness for timing, jitter, packet loss, brownouts, and recovery paths before Flight Test. This is a full-time onsite role in San Diego requiring hands-on bench work with flight computers, power systems, radios, and sensors.

The Quality Assurance Specialist II independently owns and operates defined Quality Management System processes, serving as a subject matter expert for batch release, NCMR/deviation/CAPA management, and asset control. The role requires judicious decision-making on routine and moderately complex quality and compliance matters, including investigating quality events, driving corrective actions, and supporting regulatory submissions and FDA inspections.…See more The specialist works collaboratively with a QA Associate and Sr. Quality Systems Engineer, leading process improvements and providing escalation support with minimal oversight.

The DUV Software Group at Cymer seeks a Software Quality Assurance Engineer to develop and implement test plans for embedded real-time control systems used in laser-based electro-mechanical equipment. You will design test cases, execute testing in laboratory environments, analyze requirements for completeness, conduct code and design reviews, and collaborate with Systems, Algorithms, and Software engineers to ensure reliability and performance.…See more The role requires hands-on experience with hard real-time embedded systems, actuators, motors, sensors, RTOS, and distributed control architectures, plus proficiency with test automation, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and data analysis. You'll translate requirements into verification strategies, trace problems to root cause, and maintain auditable test documentation across the full software development lifecycle.

Lead compliance testing and certification activities for a portfolio of medical devices, developing test strategies, managing external laboratories and certification bodies, and ensuring products meet FDA, safety, EMC, wireless, and regulatory requirements. Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs to identify compliance risks early and drive mitigation strategies.…See more Manage a team of compliance engineers and test professionals, oversee departmental budgets, and continuously improve compliance testing processes and best practices.

As an Integration & Test Engineer, you will lead assembly, alignment, and test efforts for high-performance optical systems in aerospace applications, including electro-optical payloads for spaceborne, airborne, and ground systems. You will develop AI&T procedures and documentation, select and develop test equipment and custom tooling, execute technical oversight on programs, and collaborate with design and cross-functional teams.…See more The role requires 6+ years of experience in integration and testing of optical systems, AI&T documentation development, GSE design, GD&T, CAD/CAE, optical alignment techniques, and environmental testing (vibration, TVAC).

Zoox is seeking a System Test Engineer to design, develop, and execute test plans at the highest level of integration for autonomous vehicle software, focusing on feature validation, functional and regression testing. You will automate testing using Hardware in the Loop (HIL) and Software in the Loop (SIL) assets, analyze vehicle logs and test data for root cause analysis, and provide quantitative evidence on milestone readiness.…See more The role requires 3+ years of experience testing complex systems, strong software development skills in Python and REST APIs, version control proficiency with Git, and integrated systems troubleshooting expertise.

Digital Test Engineers will create test solutions for Qualcomm silicon validation, characterization, and manufacturing enablement across microprocessors, high-speed I/O, logic, and memory IP. The role involves hands-on work with test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, network analyzers), signal integrity analysis, and development using Python, Java, and Linux.…See more Candidates will support product introduction across multiple specializations including DFT/yield management, AI/ML-driven test development, and emerging areas like 2.5D/3D IC testing and photonic integrated circuits. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 3+ years of hardware engineering experience.

This Quality Assurance Specialist II role supports clinical trial projects at a pharmaceutical CDMO, ensuring compliance with cGMP and SOPs throughout the product lifecycle. Responsibilities include pre- and post-execution batch record review, authoring/updating QA and compliance documentation, participating in investigations and deviation writing, and reviewing change controls.…See more The candidate must demonstrate strong knowledge of GMP environments, proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel) and ERP systems like JD Edwards, and 5–10+ years of relevant pharmaceutical QA experience depending on education level.

Test Engineer II will design, set up, and execute fluidic and electrochemistry experiments in a hands-on laboratory setting, owning test plans from definition through data analysis. Responsibilities include programming and configuring automated test instrumentation, assembling and characterizing prototype consumables and fluidic sub-assemblies, and performing root cause investigations and design-of-experiments (DOE) to resolve hardware and process issues.…See more The role requires 2–4 years of hands-on R&D laboratory experience with fluidic-based systems, experimental design, and troubleshooting. Programming experience (MATLAB, LabVIEW, C++, Python) and familiarity with metrology, microfluidics, or molecular diagnostics platforms are preferred.

Form Energy seeks a Manufacturing Test Developer to design, develop, and deploy automated electronic manufacturing test systems for PCBA and system-level products. The role involves leading Functional Circuit Test (FCT) and End-of-Line (EOL) test development, defining test strategies and acceptance criteria, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing external vendors for test fixture development.…See more Required skills include 5+ years of manufacturing test engineering experience, strong hands-on proficiency with NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand, deep knowledge of embedded communication protocols (CAN, CAN-FD, SPI, I2C, Modbus, Ethernet/IP), and expertise with automated test instrumentation (DAQs, power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes). Additional experience with Python, SQL, statistical analysis, and manufacturing inspection technologies (AOI, AXI, ICT) is valued.

The Security Controls Assessor designs, implements, and manages policies and procedures for database and software security at an expert level. The role requires assessing security controls within operational DoD systems (both OT and IT), reviewing technical implementations across diverse architectures (cloud, hybrid, on-premises, virtualization, AI/ML), and communicating findings on control effectiveness and security impact.…See more Requires 14+ years of cybersecurity experience, deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, DoD Risk Management Framework, and operational system assessment. Requires TS/SCI clearance and bachelor's degree; CISSP, CASP, or master's degree preferred.

The Clinical Data Manager will oversee clinical data management activities for assigned studies, ensuring compliance with protocols, industry standards, and FDA regulations. Responsibilities include managing CRO data management counterparts, developing and maintaining Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Interactive Response Technology (IRT), and Electronic Patient-Reported Outcomes (ePRO) systems, designing Case Report Forms (CRFs), establishing data review strategies, and coordinating data transfers.…See more The role requires collaboration across Clinical Operations, Clinical Safety, Biostatistics, and external vendors, with a focus on timely database lock and risk identification. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a medical or scientific field, minimum 2 years of clinical data management experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and knowledge of CDISC standards, ICH guidelines, 21 CFR Part 11, and FDA guidelines.