Senior Test Systems Engineer

MBDA INC.•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

MBDA is seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Systems Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design and analysis of composite and metallic structures, including bonded and bolted assemblies under both static and dynamic loading conditions. You will perform advanced modeling, structural analysis, and safety margin assessments to ensure design integrity and performance in mission-critical missile system applications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of experience in aerospace product test, integration, automated test equipment (ATE), or test systems engineering (7+ with Master’s).
Experience modifying and maintaining test software
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience soldering and physically building test equipment
Experience with 3D printing for fixtures, tooling, or prototypes
Experience with CAD design tools such as NX, Creo, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar
Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and electrical schematics
Software programming experience in C using National Instruments LabWindows/CVI software development environment
Experience with schematic circuit design, cable harness design, and component selection
Experience following engineering procedures outlined in AS9100 or equivalent quality systems
Ability to obtain a passport for possible international travel

Responsibilities

Design, develop, build, and sustain test equipment and fixtures used for engineering development and production test
Translate requirements, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings into complete test solutions (hardware, fixtures/tooling, and test documentation)
Develop, modify, and maintain test software as required to support automated testing and data collection
Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve existing test equipment to improve repeatability, reliability, and equipment uptime
Support established production programs through test equipment sustainment, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for test equipment and production test issues, as applicable
Support engineering change activity (ECR/ECO) for test equipment and production test processes, including implementation and verification
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support development and production programs
Own EDL operations including equipment readiness, lab upkeep, and support of engineering test activities
Support field testing as required, including test activities with U.S. Department of Defense customers at test ranges and secure environments
Serve as technical lead for test equipment and test process sustainment on assigned production programs, coordinating across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality