Test Engineer

Test Engineer executing customer test projects from initial planning through setup, fabrication, testing, and completion in a specialized test laboratory supporting aerospace, telecommunications, military, and other industrial sectors. This role ensures projects meet cost, quality, and schedule objectives while serving as a key technical resource.

Responsibilities

• Execute customer test projects from initial planning through setup, fabrication, testing, and completion in accordance with statements of work, test plans, and applicable requirements.
• Independently design, set up, instrument, and oversee assigned test activities as required by customer test plans, specifications, and instructions.
• Operate a variety of computer-automated and manual test equipment, including data acquisition systems, environmental chambers, vibration and shock systems, and measurement transducers.
• Design, develop, and assemble test fixtures in accordance with customer requirements, test plans, and applicable test standards.
• Direct and lead test technicians in support of assigned test activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate execution of test work.
• Author test plans, procedures, work instructions, and other technical documentation as required to support project execution and compliance.
• Analyze, review, and document test data to ensure accurate test results and adherence to internal documentation processes.
• Participate in design reviews, test readiness reviews, and program status meetings with customers and internal personnel.
• Develop strong communication and working relationships with Engineering, Operations, and other internal teams to support project execution and overall company objectives.
• Coordinate and manage multiple test projects across different engineering disciplines, ensuring accurate and on-time completion.
• Support the selection, setup, and use of data acquisition hardware and software, including associated sensors and transducers, for test article command, control, monitoring, and data collection.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test methods, fixtures, and documentation to enhance quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of two years of relevant engineering, test, laboratory, or technical project experience preferred; recent graduates with strong hands-on, internship, research, or project experience are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude, strong organizational ability, and high attention to detail.
• Hands-on experience and a solid understanding of basic mechanical and/or electrical concepts.
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner and develop practical, creative solutions in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Experience with data acquisition systems (DAQs) used for test article command, control, monitoring, and data collection.
• Interest and ability to work on multiple projects across different engineering disciplines simultaneously.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively with engineers, technicians, customers, and other internal departments.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required due to access to U.S. export-controlled information.
• Eligibility to be added as a possessor under an explosives license, subject to applicable requirements.
• Valid driver’s license.

Skills

• Experience running, supporting, or managing engineering test projects.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and following industry standards, test specifications, and customer test plans.
• Experience selecting, setting up, and using DAQ hardware and software, such as NI LabVIEW, along with associated sensors and transducers.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar computer-aided design (CAD) modeling software.
• Familiarity with qualification testing methods, such as thermal cycling, vibration, shock, thermal vacuum, electrical testing, or fiber optic testing.
• Experience with project management, project coordination, and project engineering in a technical environment.
• Experience in customer-facing roles, including customer service or technical liaison responsibilities.
• Ability to contribute to test report preparation and documentation in support of customer and internal requirements.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in climate-controlled laboratory and office environments within a multi-building campus of specialized test facilities. Test Engineers regularly work in test laboratories supporting environmental and mechanical testing activities, as well as in standard office areas for project planning, data analysis, and reporting. Some duties may occasionally be performed in warehouse or non-climate-controlled areas when supporting test setup, equipment movement, or customer hardware handling.

The role involves frequent use of computer-automated and manual test equipment, including data acquisition systems, environmental chambers, vibration and shock systems, and measurement transducers. Depending on the specific laboratory and test requirements, use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear, may be required in designated areas.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

Schedule

This is a fully onsite, Contract to Hire position based in Oxnard, CA.