Test Engineer

About the role

Summary Test Engineer will perform testing related to development or production of new products and/or modifications to existing products. Develops test procedures and prepares test reports reflecting personal analysis of test results. Designs test devices as required to conduct tests and develop related documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop test procedures and perform tests according to specifications and customer requirements.
• Organize and prepare test reports and review test data.
• Evaluate mechanical and electrical requirements, design and customer specifications and other data necessary to establish criteria for the development of tests within the overall capability of existing facilities and technology.
• Consult with supervisor concerning schedules and workload and maintain communication with assigned group to assure positive direction and control.
• Prepare reports for supervisor pertaining to progress, schedules, workload and proposed improvements or recommendations.
• Operate all types of mechanical and electronic test equipment and instrumentation to perform tasks.
• Design test fixtures and electrical devices required for tests.
• Write programs for performing tests and analysis of test data collected.
• Prepare pricing quotes and proposals (perform specification reviews and failure analysis as required).
• Maintain and manage test equipment and test schedule.
• Lead the troubleshooting effort to resolve test discrepancies.
• Support other areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or similar field.
• General knowledge of electro/mechanical theory and working knowledge of testing practices and procedures.
• Strong knowledge and experience with aerospace product development efforts.
• Hands-on experience with integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test.
• Experience in technical writing.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with different departments.
• Working knowledge and skill in various types of hand and machine tool operation.
• Knowledge of CAD (SolidWorks, Pro-E).
• Knowledge of programming (LabView, C++, VBA) and/or application development.

Preferred

• Understanding of hydraulics and operation.
• Understanding of electrical schematics and wiring.
• Knowledge in MIL-STD, RTC, ISO etc.
• Proficient in high pressure plumbing and tube fitting.

Skills and Competencies

• Working knowledge of MS Office products such as Excel, Word etc.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to learn and adapt to unfamiliar demands or requirements.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations and analysis.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Highly self-motivated and a willingness to make a difference.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform essential testing engineer tasks, including primarily sitting (often >75% of the day), with occasional standing, walking (around office, to printer, etc.) and sometimes climbing stairs.
• Required to use hands to handle or feel.
• Occasional bending, stooping, reaching (overhead, low), twisting, and maintaining stationary positions.
• Vision, hearing, and manual dexterity sufficient to perform necessary tasks such as using a mouse, handling documents, operating phones and other office machinery.
• Close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus is required.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry 10-25 pounds (files, boxes, equipment, etc.).

Work Environment

• Primarily in an indoor, climate-controlled setting but some exposure to aerospace manufacturing environment which includes typical conditions including equipment operation and moderate noise levels.
• Exposure to computer screen glare, repetitive movements and mental stressors.
• Standard business hours, but may include occasional overtime, weekend work or travel for meetings/events.
• Frequent communication (spoken/written) with colleagues, clients or the public.
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrations.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.