In this role, you lead critical testing and development activities that validate advanced mechanical solutions supporting aerospace and defense programs. Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, you drive planning, execution, and documentation of development and qualification testing, contribute to product definition and proposal efforts, and help transition concepts into functional prototype and full-scale systems. Your work strengthens program execution, supports customer needs, and advances innovative technologies across the entire development lifecycle.
Responsibilities- Leads planning and execution of testing required for mechanical system development.
- Assists in meeting client goals by supporting project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
- Leads test planning and execution, including test design, analysis, procedures, test plans, test reports, and data collection and reduction.
- Supports business development and project performance activities to address customer needs.
- Leads proposal efforts by collaborating with clients and internal engineering teams to support needs definition, presentations, and project reviews.
- Mentors junior engineers and serves as a technical resource.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Typically 4-7 years of aerospace and/or defense experience.
- Proven experience leading product development tests, including development testing and assisting in qualification testing.
- Proficiency with data acquisition systems and instrumentation.
- Strong understanding of multiple engineering technologies.
- Solid understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Knowledge of military and commercial specifications preferred.
- A current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
Preferred Qualifications- Solid understanding of SolidWorks.
Benefits- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
