Kidde Aerospace, Inc.
**Location:**CABRA: Bradenton Florida 8985 Town Center Parkway, Bradenton, FL, 34202 USA**30191826 –** **Hardware Test Engineer II****Location:** Bradenton, FL**Base Salary Rate:** $83,300.00 - $98,000.00**Job type:** Full-time**Where Fire Safety Innovation Meets Opportunity**As part of Kidde Global Solutions Commercial Fire Business Unit, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership in fire safety, working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. With a recent $10M investment in product innovation, we’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now.**About This Role**Established Test and Validation professional. Measures, analyzes and calibrates equipment on small to medium platforms/projects/systems. Ensures that systems perform accordingly to meet production quality. Documents test results and maintains records.**Key Responsibilities*** **Test Planning & Execution**
+ Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and scripts to validate product hardware against functional and compliance requirements.
+ Perform system-level, environmental, and reliability tests following UL, ULC, EN, and other regulatory standards.
+ Operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analyzers, and environmental chambers.* **Data Analysis & Reporting**
+ Collect, analyze, and interpret test results to identify performance trends, anomalies, and root causes.
+ Prepare clear and detailed documentation, including test reports, deviation logs, and compliance evidence for agency submissions.* **Troubleshooting & Problem Solving**
+ Work closely with design engineering to investigate and resolve hardware failures.
+ Recommend design or process improvements based on test outcomes.* **Collaboration & Leadership**
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and compliance to support project deliverables.
+ Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and lab technicians.
+ Contribute to lab best practices, 5S/TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.* **Test Automation & Process Improvement**
+ Develop and maintain automated test solutions for hardware validation.
+ Improve efficiency of test setups, data collection, and reporting through scripting and lab automation tools.**Basic Qualifications*** High School Diploma* 3+ years of experience in hardware testing, product validation, or compliance engineering preferably in a lab environment.**Preferred Qualifications*** Proficiency with test instrumentation (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, RF test equipment, etc.).* Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (UL 864, ULC-S527, EN 61000 series, etc.).* Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, or similar).* Hands-on experience with test automation and scripting is a strong plus.* Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.* Team-oriented with a mindset for mentoring and collaboration.* Experience in the fire alarm, life-safety, or related safety-critical industries.* Knowledge of EMC/EMI, ESD, and environmental testing standards.* Prior experience preparing documentation for certification agencies.* Familiarity with hardware design fundamentals (schematics, PCB layouts, etc.).**What You Will Gain*** Health Coverage: Choose from three medical plans, dental, and vision options* Financial Protection: Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance* Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick days, company holidays, and various leave options (parental, FMLA, etc)* Employee Support: EAP, adoption/surrogacy assistance, additional voluntary health benefits* Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer match**Compensation and Benefits:**The base salary range for this role is $83,300.00 – $98,000.00. Individuals may also be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays), and more.**Kidde Global Solutions Overview**Kidde is the world’s largest manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, we work to expand upon our legacy of innovation, providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. While we’re a leading manufacturer of fire safety products, there’s more to safety than equipment and technology. From collaboration with builders and dealers to community initiatives to partnerships with non-profits, Kidde Commercial is committed to working together to create a safer world.****Kidde Global Solutions is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.**** #J-18808-Ljbffr
+ Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and scripts to validate product hardware against functional and compliance requirements.
+ Perform system-level, environmental, and reliability tests following UL, ULC, EN, and other regulatory standards.
+ Operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analyzers, and environmental chambers.* **Data Analysis & Reporting**
+ Collect, analyze, and interpret test results to identify performance trends, anomalies, and root causes.
+ Prepare clear and detailed documentation, including test reports, deviation logs, and compliance evidence for agency submissions.* **Troubleshooting & Problem Solving**
+ Work closely with design engineering to investigate and resolve hardware failures.
+ Recommend design or process improvements based on test outcomes.* **Collaboration & Leadership**
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and compliance to support project deliverables.
+ Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and lab technicians.
+ Contribute to lab best practices, 5S/TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.* **Test Automation & Process Improvement**
+ Develop and maintain automated test solutions for hardware validation.
+ Improve efficiency of test setups, data collection, and reporting through scripting and lab automation tools.**Basic Qualifications*** High School Diploma* 3+ years of experience in hardware testing, product validation, or compliance engineering preferably in a lab environment.**Preferred Qualifications*** Proficiency with test instrumentation (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, RF test equipment, etc.).* Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (UL 864, ULC-S527, EN 61000 series, etc.).* Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, or similar).* Hands-on experience with test automation and scripting is a strong plus.* Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.* Team-oriented with a mindset for mentoring and collaboration.* Experience in the fire alarm, life-safety, or related safety-critical industries.* Knowledge of EMC/EMI, ESD, and environmental testing standards.* Prior experience preparing documentation for certification agencies.* Familiarity with hardware design fundamentals (schematics, PCB layouts, etc.).**What You Will Gain*** Health Coverage: Choose from three medical plans, dental, and vision options* Financial Protection: Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance* Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick days, company holidays, and various leave options (parental, FMLA, etc)* Employee Support: EAP, adoption/surrogacy assistance, additional voluntary health benefits* Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer match**Compensation and Benefits:**The base salary range for this role is $83,300.00 – $98,000.00. Individuals may also be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays), and more.**Kidde Global Solutions Overview**Kidde is the world’s largest manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, we work to expand upon our legacy of innovation, providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. While we’re a leading manufacturer of fire safety products, there’s more to safety than equipment and technology. From collaboration with builders and dealers to community initiatives to partnerships with non-profits, Kidde Commercial is committed to working together to create a safer world.****Kidde Global Solutions is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.**** #J-18808-Ljbffr