Mechanical Test Engineer

ALTEN

$110K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
  • 4-7 years of experience in aerospace or regulated engineering programs.
  • Proven experience in leading development and qualification testing.
  • Skilled in using test instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
  • Experience in developing test plans and engineering documentation.
  • Strong analytical skills for data evaluation and trend identification.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical and aerospace testing.
  • Design test methods that validate product performance against requirements.
  • Develop comprehensive test procedures and engineering documentation.
  • Support products throughout their development lifecycle.
  • Utilize instrumentation and data acquisition systems for test analysis.
  • Collect and interpret test data for engineering assessments.
  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, systems, and quality teams.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to mentor and guide junior engineers.
  • Engagement in diverse aerospace projects with significant responsibilities.
  • Involvement in customer-driven initiatives and program milestones.
  • Contribution to technical reviews and strategic program development.
Full Job Description
As a Mechanical Test Engineer you will be responsible for;
  • Leading the planning, coordination, and execution of development and verification testing for complex mechanical and aerospace systems.
  • Designing test approaches, methodologies, and strategies that validate product performance against requirements and program objectives.
  • Developing test procedures, test plans, work instructions, and engineering documentation to support product development activities.
  • Supporting products throughout the development lifecycle, from early concepts and prototype builds through qualification and production readiness.
  • Configuring and utilizing instrumentation and data acquisition systems to capture and analyze test results.
  • Collecting, processing, and interpreting test data to support engineering assessments, design improvements, and technical decision-making.
  • Collaborating closely with design, manufacturing, systems, and quality teams to ensure successful execution of development programs.
  • Generating detailed technical reports and presentations that communicate test methods, results, observations, and recommendations.
  • Supporting customer-driven initiatives, technical reviews, and program milestones while maintaining schedule and budget objectives.
  • Participating in proposal efforts by providing technical input, test concepts, schedules, and risk assessments.
  • Identifying technical issues during testing and driving root-cause investigations and corrective actions.
  • Serving as a mentor and technical resource for junior engineers while promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications;
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 4-7 years of experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated engineering programs.
  • Demonstrated experience leading development testing and supporting qualification or verification testing activities.
  • Proficiency with test instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition systems, and test execution methodologies.
  • Experience developing test plans, procedures, reports, and engineering documentation.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, and provide engineering recommendations.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical systems, product development processes, and engineering best practices.
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams in a fast-paced development environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical findings.
  • Demonstrated ownership, initiative, and ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting program objectives.
  • Experience supporting requirements-driven environments with formal verification and validation processes.
  • Knowledge of military and commercial engineering specifications preferred.
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.


Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000

Location: Onsite in Mukilteo, WA

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position.

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