Test Engineer Jobs in California

A Quality Inspector ensures that products and services meet certain set standards of quality. They are responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, and assessing products and services to detect and isolate non-compliance with standards. Their duties include reading blueprints, using inspecting equipment, submitting reports, and recommending necessary improvements. They may work in diverse industries such as manufacturing, food production, and healthcare, ensuring the offerings are safe, reliable, and meet both regulatory and company standards.

Key skills required for a Quality Inspector include attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, good communication skills, and proficiency in using inspection tools and software. Familiarity with quality standards and regulations specific to their industry is crucial. A background in statistical analysis and process improvement can also be beneficial. In terms of certification, the American Society for Quality (ASQ) offers a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) credential that validates competency in Quality Inspection. Prior job roles before becoming a Quality Inspector can include Quality Control Technician, Production Operator, or Assembly Technician.

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Wireless Firmware Test Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Develop white box FW test cases by understanding FW code structure and work closely with developers to craft test methodologies and FW functions to support testing....

Senior Device Test Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 18 hours ago

You'll join the talent and driven Process/Manufacturing team to oversee engineering test operations including test program development, probe, auto/manual testing and configuration and coordination...

Senior Test Engineer NEW

  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Senior Test Engineer M9 Solutions Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - QA and Test San Diego, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) , GROUP ID: 91093935 R Recruiter...

Software Integration and Test Engineer NEW

  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Software Integration and Test Engineer M9 Solutions Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - QA and Test San Diego, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) , GROUP ID: 91093935 R Recruiter...

Manual Test Engineer-Watch Apps

  • Alameda, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Manual Test Engineer-Watch Apps Alameda, CA 94502 Job Function: Information Technology Job Number: 407451 Job Description Johnson Service Group is seeking two Senior Level Manual Test Engineer-Mobile...

Manual Test Engineer-Mobile

  • Alameda, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Manual Test Engineer-Mobile Alameda, CA 94502 Job Function: Information Technology Job Number: 407450 Job Description Johnson Service Group is seeking two Senior Level Manual Test Engineer to work on-site...

System Integration And Test Engineer

  • CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • CA
  • 19 hours ago

About the Role: We are looking for a System Integration and Test Engineer to support development of Nimble's robotic systems.In this role, you will take ownership of firmware test development, execution...

Lab Test Engineer 1 (Early Career)

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Works in collaboration with more senior Test Engineers....

Network Security Test Engineer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 20 hours ago

A Fortune 500 client is looking for an Network Security Test Engineer for their site in San Jose, CA....

Technology Consulting, Performance Test Engineer - Senior

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago

identify testable conditions Experience in creating performance test strategy, design planning, workload modelling, and elicitation of non-functional requirements for testing Experience with Performance test...

Staff Software Testing Engineer

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 22 hours ago

testing approaches Experience using relational databases Experience with Git and version control best practices Analytical, organizational, and time-management skills with high attention to detail...

Integration & Test Engineer I/II

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 22 hours ago

INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER I/II Based out of Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Integration & Test Engineer I/II is responsible for the development, test, and deployment of flight...

Principal Integration & Test Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 22 hours ago

PRINCIPAL INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER Based out of Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Principal Integration & Test Engineer is responsible for the development, test, and deployment...

Test Engineer I

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Role Description Form Energy is hiring a Test Engineer to join our Test Engineering team....

System Test Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 1 day ago

Here's a compelling career page post for attracting experienced Systems Test Engineers: Now Hiring: Systems Test Engineer - Innovate with Astrodyne TDI!...

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Salary for Test Engineer Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireQualityControl research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Test Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Test Engineers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
24.8%
High School or GED
10.3%
Associate's Degree
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Test Engineers in California
4-6 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
2-4 years
18.5%
None
11.1%
6-8 years
7.4%



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