Senior Test Engineer

Applied Aerospace & Defense

$110K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in test engineering
  • Proficient in hydraulic and pneumatic pressure testing, helium leak, flow testing, and vibration testing
  • Experience with data acquisition and instrumentation analysis
  • Familiarity with engineering drawings and GD&T
  • CAD software proficiency, preferably PTC CREO

Responsibilities

  • Promote safety, quality, and environmental standards in testing processes
  • Design test fixtures and write procedures for new development programs
  • Provide hands-on support for test technicians and engage with cross-functional teams
  • Analyze and review test data, creating plots and charts for clarity
  • Serve as a technical liaison for Program Management and clients
  • Advise on test non-conformances and recommend engineering solutions
  • Identify process improvements to enhance testing capabilities

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement training
  • Collaborative work environment across engineering, manufacturing, and program management
  • Exposure to advanced aerospace technologies and testing methodologies
  • Involvement in high-stakes projects within the aerospace industry
  • Engagement with a variety of teams, enhancing professional relationships and communication skills
Full Job Description
Description

We are seeking a Sr. Test Engineer supporting the test department at NuSpace in all qualification and acceptance testing of NuSpace's products. Testing includes hydrostatic proof pressure, helium leak, static load, expulsion and flow, pressure differential, vacuum, vibration, and thermal testing of spacecraft propellant and pressurant tanks. The role will work directly with engineering, manufacturing, and program management in developing test procedures, test and fixturing design, providing shop floor technical support as required, reviewing and accepting test data, writing test reports, and leading continuous improvement efforts in the department. The position will report to the engineering manager and work closely with the test department supervisor in supporting operations.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Committed to working to the highest safety, quality, and environmental standards.
  • Support new development and qualification programs with test and fixture design, writing test procedures, and providing engineering oversight for critical tests.
  • Provide hands-on technical support for NuSpace test technicians and vendor support as well as develop strong working relationships with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
  • Review and analyze test data to assess acceptability against test requirements, in-family performance against past tests, and assess any abnormalities. Generate clear plots and charts with on test data.
  • Technical liaison for Program Management and NuSpace customers on supporting programs as required.
  • Provide technical expertise to Quality on test non-conformances using RCCA methodologies and providing rework/repair recommendations to Engineering.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance testing capabilities and processes within NuSpace and its suppliers.


Pay Range: $110,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year

Position Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering from an accredited university or college.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in test engineering
    • Relevant experience includes but not limited to hydraulic and pneumatic pressure testing, helium leak, flow testing, vibration, thermal testing, instrumentation (pressure, flow, force, strain, temperature, and more), and data acquisition

Desired Characteristics
  • Aerospace experience is highly valued
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong technical writing skills in drafting clear and complete procedures and specifications.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
  • Strong understanding of engineering drawing and GD&T.
  • Ability to use CAD software. PTC CREO is preferred.


Shift
First

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Long Beach

Category
Engineering

Req Number
ENG-26-00023

Position
Senior Test Engineer

Close Date

Post Internal Days
0

Number of Openings
1

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

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