Test Engineer Jobs in Poway, 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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Systems Test Engineer NEW

  • Vista, CA (17 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Vista, CA (17 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Identify regression test candidates for automation and plan automation activities with development team. Generate, execute, and document corresponding test plans and results....

Systems Test Engineer

  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Marcos, CA (15 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Identify regression test candidates for automation and plan automation activities with development team. Generate, execute, and document corresponding test plans and results....

Test and Measurement Facilities Test Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The TMF team is comprised of multi-discipline test engineers and architects who work in TMF owned and operated labs, with full control over the equipment and the work done in the labs....

Systems Test Engineer

  • Vista, CA (17 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Vista, CA (17 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Identify regression test candidates for automation and plan automation activities with development team. Generate, execute, and document corresponding test plans and results....

Product System Test Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Description Description Product System Test team is looking for a highly technical and motivated QA/Test Engineers in Satellite/ Wi-Fi/Cellular domain with excellent problem solving and communication...

System Test Engineer

  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (18 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Write test documentation include test plans, procedures and test cases and then support lab build up to implement the testing....

Senior Autonomy and AI Test Engineer

  • Poway, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Poway, CA
  • 5 days ago

Work with stakeholders through the life cycle creating test plans, test cases, and test execution of software features. Develop concise reports or issues and track them from creation to closing....

Aegis Computer Network Technician/ACNT Test Engineer Sr. Staff

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 5 days ago

engineers, technicians, and customer representatives to support Aegis Weapon System (AWS) readiness as required o Support special tests and investigations o International travel, the ability to work...

Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: Jul 09, 2025 Role Number: 200573982 Do you have a passion for taking on big challenges? Do you love pushing the limits of whats considered feasible? As part of our...

Modem System Test Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 8 days ago

cases to be run and executing these test cases using parsers to parse results, present it in a predetermined format or proper format to the test and dev community...

Test Engineer III

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Client is seeking an outstanding Video Image Quality Lab Engineer with expertise in camera test automation and real world image quality validation to help us deliver the best camera image quality to...

Manufacturing Test Engineer

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Develop test cases, related parameters, acceptance limits and integrate into product specific test sequences....

Product Development and Test Engineer, Staff

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering General Summary: The Product Development and Test Engineering (PDTE) group is responsible...

EUV Test Engineer - Entry level

  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (21 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 17 days ago

: We are seeking Test Engineers to join our EUV System Test and Integration group....

Automated Systems Test Engineer, Viasat Government

  • La Costa, CA (14 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • La Costa, CA (14 miles from Poway, CA)
  • 18 days ago

About us One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped...

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Salary for Test Engineer Jobs in Poway, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Test Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Test Engineers in Poway, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
24.9%
High School or GED
10.2%
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 Poway, 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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