About the RoleAs a Test Engineer I at Sierra Space, you will begin your career by contributing to the testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. This entry-level role provides an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge within a supportive team environment. You will assist in the planning, execution, and documentation of verification and validation activities, working closely with more experienced engineers and multi-disciplinary teams.
About YouOur mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning, conducting, and documenting of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities for aerospace systems and components.
- Develop a conceptual understanding of engineering principles and practices, applying them to support testing activities.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary design and development teams, under the guidance of senior engineers, to ensure effective system integration and performance.
- Utilize schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques to support testing activities and resolve routine technical problems.
- Contribute to the generation and disposition of product non-conformances, ensuring adherence to Product and Quality Assurance principles.
- Help develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope and complexity by leveraging familiarity with engineering and testing principles.
- Follow instructions from senior engineers and work collaboratively within the team to achieve project goals and milestones.
- Prepare and document test data, reports, and technical information to support project initiatives and team decision-making.
- Communicate technical concepts and information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to team members and senior engineers.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
- Typically entry-level with 0 - 2 years of experience.
- Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams. Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from senior engineers.
- Familiarity with requirements management, system design, and systems integration. Exposure to planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
- Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and exposure to generation and disposition of product non-conformances.
- Familiarity with schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency with basic engineering software tools and applications related to testing and validation.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineering.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering.
- Good teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively convey basic technical information to diverse audiences.
- Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to contribute to routine technical solutions.
Compensation:
Pay Range:
$73,175.00 - $100,615.25
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
