Job Title:  Aerospace Test Engineer

Position Summary:

The Test Engineer is responsible for developing and executing tests to ensure that product quality and reliability meet customer requirements. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify testing needs, create test procedures, and analyze results. The Test Engineer will also engage in troubleshooting and problem-solving to ensure product performance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review acceptance and qualification test procedures and corresponding reports for complex aerospace hardware
• Oversee and/or execute hardware testing
• Analyze test results and ensure compliance with customer requirements
• Install and troubleshoot testing equipment
• Improve data acquisition system software and hardware
• Assist in the maintenance of test lab equipment
• Maintain database of instrumentation used in the test department
• Research new instrumentation and testing methodologies
• Review calibration of test instruments to verify compliance with quality assurance and customer requirements
• Travel as needed to test labs to support testing
• Support disposition of technical issues which occur during manufacturing
• Support customer reviews and inbound requests

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of testing methodologies and best practices
• Expertise in instrumentation and data acquisition
• Knowledge of analog and digital test equipment
• Knowledge of data acquisition software such as LabVIEW
• Knowledge of relevant MIL-STD’s
• Familiarity with 3D modeling and CAD software
• Familiarity with heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural mechanics
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in a similar role
• Due to contracts with the United States Government, the candidate must be either a US Citizen or Green card holder.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work for prolonged periods on a computer or in a lab environment
• Ability to move equipment up to 25 pounds