Test & Qualification Engineer - Aerospace & Defense

Job Title

Test & Qualification Engineer - Aerospace & Defense

Role Summary

Join Microchip's Aerospace & Defense Group in Nantes to develop, qualify, and industrialize electronic components for demanding environments such as space and defense. You will focus on testing, reliability, and production release of components while working with international R&D, product and manufacturing teams.

Experience Level

Entry-level / Early-career - recent graduates welcome; suitable for candidates with approximately 0–3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day activities involve test development, data analysis, and industrial qualification to support product launch and production quality.

• Participate in qualification and production release of new electronic components.
• Develop test boards for final testing, reliability, and radiation testing.
• Analyze test data, investigate failures, and identify root causes.
• Propose and implement improvement solutions to increase quality and yield.
• Optimize test performance and production testing processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, product, and manufacturing teams on projects and industrialization tasks.
• Qualify new test equipment for industrial use.
• Write and improve technical procedures and specifications.

Requirements

Must-have skills and attributes for immediate contribution, plus a few preferred experiences.

• Interest in electronics, embedded technologies, and industrial testing environments (must-have).
• Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills (must-have).
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in multicultural, international teams (must-have).
• Professional written and spoken English (must-have).
• Autonomy, initiative, and willingness to learn quickly (must-have).
• Willingness to travel (0–25%).
• Nice-to-have: hands-on experience with test equipment, reliability or radiation testing, and test board design.

Education Requirements

Engineering degree or Master’s degree in electronics, physical measurements, or an equivalent technical field. Equivalent practical experience is acceptable; recent graduates are explicitly welcome.

About the Company

Company: Microchip

Headquarters: Chandler, Arizona, USA

Microchip is a leading semiconductor company focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance the human experience. With a commitment to empowering innovation, Microchip prioritizes the value of its employees by fostering a culture that supports their growth and contributions.