Gem

Senior/Staff Test Engineer - Structures and Mechanisms

Gem$120K — $190K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in designing and building test fixtures, tooling, and support hardware for aerospace or high-reliability systems
  • Hands-on experience with environmental and structural testing including thermal, vibration, and shock testing
  • Strong skills in gathering and interpreting cross-functional test requirements to develop tooling and fixture solutions
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., NX, SolidWorks) and mechanical analysis tools
  • Experience in data acquisition and management
  • Hands-on experience in rapid prototyping and iterative build-test cycles

Responsibilities

  • Design and build test fixtures, tooling, and support hardware for spacecraft testing
  • Assist engineers in designing functional, environmental, and qualification tests
  • Support test readiness reviews and manage testing schedules
  • Ensure safe test operations during execution
  • Develop and generate testing infrastructure roadmap for spacecraft qualification

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with flexibility for remote work
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunity to impact the launch of Oregon's first commercial communications satellite
  • Support for career development regardless of experience level
Full Job Description
Design, build, and integrate test fixtures, tooling, and support hardware to effectively test spacecraft structures and mechanisms.
  • Assist responsible engineers in design and/or concepting of functional, environmental, and qualification tests, including thermal, vibration, shock, deployment, and pressure testing.
  • Support test readiness reviews, drive testing schedules, and ensure safe test operations
  • Develop responsive testing infrastructure, generate roadmap for executing spacecraft qualification, define resource and infrastructure needs to achieve company milestones


  • Qualifications

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
    • 5+ years of experience designing and building test fixtures, tooling, and support hardware for aerospace or high-reliability systems
    • Hands-on experience with test execution and familiarity with environmental and structural testing (thermal, vibration, shock, etc.)
    • Strong ability to gather and interpret test requirements from cross-functional stakeholders to develop practical tooling and fixture solutions
    • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., NX, SolidWorks) and mechanical analysis tools
    • Data acquisition and management experience
    • Hands-on mindset with experience in rapid prototyping, fabrication, and iterative build-test cycles


    Who We're Looking For

    We're searching for exceptional talent at any career stage - from early-career engineers to senior and staff-level experts. Compensation will be adjusted accordingly. More than years of experience, we value high-caliber individuals with the drive and creativity to help launch Oregon's first commercial communications satellite.

    We're looking for people who:

    • Thrive in a cradle-to-grave design environment and take ownership from concept through launch.
    • Bring energy, curiosity, and a responsible engineering mindset.
    • Want to work alongside other exceptional people in an environment where great ideas rise to the top.


    Hybrid Work

    This position is based at our Beaverton office. We value the collaboration that comes from working together in person, while also supporting flexibility. Team members typically spend three days a week in the office and may work from home up to two days each week.

    The base salary range for this position is $120,000-190,000/year. When determining an individual's compensation, we consider several factors including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data, so pay for this role may vary from the amounts listed.

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