Assembly Integration & Test (AI&T) Engineer III
About The Position
At Sierra Space, the Assembly Integration & Test (AI&T) Engineer III will use extensive experience and general expertise in test engineering to lead and contribute to advanced testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. Working under general direction, the engineer independently develops approaches to solve technical problems and provides guidance to less experienced engineers. Representing Test Engineering, this role contributes to requirements management, system design, systems integration, and the planning and execution of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities. The engineer develops and executes test plans, procedures, and reports; applies test engineering methods to resolve technical challenges; handles test-related product non-conformances; and documents technical analyses that support project decisions. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required because the role needs an active U.S. security clearance for employment. The posted pay range is $112,694.00–$154,975.25. Sierra Space offers medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, and three weeks of paid time off, among other benefits.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree; alternatively, a master's degree plus three years of experience.
- Typically five or more years of related experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
- General expertise in an area of test engineering principles and practices, such as dynamics, thermal, measurement, HSI, software testing, or integration.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
- Experience with requirements management, system design, and systems integration.
- Experience planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and troubleshoot logically.
- General expertise with testing equipment, standards, and methodologies.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with advanced engineering software tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or TestStand for testing and validation.
- Experience with environmental testing equipment such as thermal chambers, vibration tables, and data acquisition systems.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to rapidly learn and apply new test engineering concepts and methodologies.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering.
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills for cross-functional work and leading initiatives.
- Excellent communication skills for conveying complex technical information to diverse audiences.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to technical challenges.
- Experience representing an organization to external stakeholders, such as suppliers, partners, and industry bodies.
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute complex test plans, test procedures, and test reports to demonstrate compliance with system requirements.
- Apply test engineering principles and practices in areas such as dynamics, thermal, measurement, HSI, software testing, and integration to address technical problems.
- Work on multidisciplinary design and development teams, independently developing testing approaches and guiding less experienced engineers.
- Represent Test Engineering in requirements management, system design, and systems integration to support system performance and validation.
- Plan, conduct, and document Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
- Generate and disposition test-related product non-conformances while following quality assurance principles.
- Read and interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and troubleshoot testing issues using logical techniques.
- Use testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to validate aerospace systems and components.
- Prepare and document technical data, reports, and analyses to support engineering initiatives and project decisions.
- Communicate technical information to team members, senior engineers, and stakeholders.
Benefits
- Medical insurance plans
- Dental insurance plans
- Vision insurance plans
- 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
- Life insurance
- Three weeks of paid time off
- Personal and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
