Test Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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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Hardware Test Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Introduction We are seeking a dedicated and skilled professional to join our team as a Hardware Test Engineer....

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Total Vehicle Test Engineer II

  • Hyundai-KIA America Technical Center, Inc.
  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Total Vehicle Test Engineer II Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a highly motivated and proactive engineer for the Commercial Vehicle Development Department....

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Senior Flight Test Engineer - Mission Autonomy (UAS - Fury)

  • Anduril
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 4 days ago

Drive end-to-end test management by shaping program requirements, designing comprehensive test plans, leading execution efforts, analyzing complex data, and delivering clear, concise reports to cross-functional...

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SAP S/4HANA Test Analyst / Test Engineer

  • Platinum Enterprise Solutions
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Test Execution Support: Load and manage test cases in Panaya and maintain bi-directional synchronization with Jira....

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R&D Test Engineer

  • BeautyHealth
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Must be able to stand and work at lab benches for extended periods during test execution, fixture builds, and failure analysis activities....

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System Test Engineer Lead - Sapphire

  • Boeing
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

plans, procedures, and campaigns across lab, HIL, and flight environments. 5+ years of experience with test automation and scripting in at least one language/toolset (e.g., Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW,...

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Test Engineer

  • Merican Inc
  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Test Engineer End Client Location: Anaheim, CA 92805 Employment Type: FTE Key Skills & Requirements: Electromechanical functional, environmental, EMI, and structural testing Experience with...

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Ground & Flight Test Engineer, Integration & Safety

  • True Anomaly
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Direct involvement in range operations, flight test execution, or on-orbit demonstrations....

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Associate Ground & Flight Test Engineer, Integration & Safety

  • True Anomaly
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Working under the direction of the senior Ground & Flight Test Engineer, this role contributes across the full test lifecycle - from requirements development and procedure writing through test execution...

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Senior Principal Test Engineer

  • DRS Technologies
  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary This position is for a senior level (IV or V) Integration & Test Engineer to support space -based IR imaging products....

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Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer, Intelligence Systems (2nd Sh

  • Anduril Industries
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Experience with test automation, PCBA design, and mechanical design. Experience with computer hardware communication protocols: USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, etc....

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Avionics Test Engineer

  • True Anomaly
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Proficient in developing test plans, requirements tracing, test scripts (Python, MATLAB, or similar), and test automation tools....

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Systems Test Engineer

  • True Anomaly
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Proficient in developing test plans, requirements tracing, test scripts (Python, MATLAB, or similar), and test automation tools....

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Power Supply Test Engineer

  • TATA Consultancy Services
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 19 days ago

engineer responsible for high-voltage power supply validation, design characterization, and DVT execution for new product development programs....

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Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer, Intelligence Systems (2nd Shift)

  • ANDURIL INDUSTRIES
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Experience with test automation, PCBA design, and mechanical design. Experience with computer hardware communication protocols: USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, etc....

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Salary for Test Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Test Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
24.9%
High School or GED
10.1%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
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 Costa Mesa, CA
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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