Mechanical Engineer / Test Engineer

Arcfield•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

This role involves providing experimental support for materials testing, including preparing test articles, performing pre and post-test metrology and imagery, and compiling experiment build documentation. The engineer will interface with national and local laboratories to execute experimental duties, travel to test facilities to ensure proper execution and data acquisition, and assist in the safe transport of instrumentation and hardware. Responsibilities also include operating data acquisition systems, installing and calibrating sensors, developing and documenting laboratory procedures, and collaborating with customers, team members, and vendors on test solutions. The role requires operating and maintaining gas gun impact test equipment, including calibration of associated equipment and instrumentation.

Requirements

BS 2-4 Years, MS 0-2 or HS 8-10
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance
Proficient with measurement tools, micrometers, height gauges and calipers
Strong attention to detail
Willing to travel to support testing
Driven to improve laboratory processes and testing methods
Experience operating oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems
Experience with the design and fabrication of mechanical fixtures and components
Experience with data analysis
Experience with writing test plans and test reports
Experience with microscopy systems and techniques
Experience with optical, structural and thermal instrumentation
Scripting experience with Python
Proficient with Microsoft Office Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Manage detailed tasks within customer driven timelines
Work independently or on a team
Self-starter
Hands on hardware oriented
Machining experience
Fiber optic systems and instrumentation

Responsibilities

Aid in the development of test plans for materials testing.
Prepare test articles.
Perform pre and post-test metrology and imagery.
Compile experiment build documentation.
Interface with national and local laboratories to perform experimental duties.
Travel to and from test facilities ensuring proper test execution and data acquisition is captured.
Aid in the safe transport of instrumentation and experimental hardware to and from home facility.
Operate data acquisition systems.
Install and calibrate optical and electrical sensors.
Develop and document laboratory procedures and experiment assembly instructions.
Work with customers, team members and outside vendors to develop test solutions.
Operate and maintain gas gun impact test equipment and hardware.
Calibrate equipment and instrumentation associated with the gas gun.