Test Engineer
About The Position
Sunpower, based in Athens, OH, is looking for an early-career mechanical engineer. Under the direction of more senior engineering staff members, this position will support daily activities in spaceflight and aerospace production of Sunpower Stirling cryocoolers and engines. This involves participation from concept to delivered hardware and includes effort in design, procurement, fabrication, testing, and reporting. POSITION PURPOSE Under the direction of more senior engineering staff members, this position will support daily activities in spaceflight production, spaceflight testing and application engineering. This primarily involves supporting spaceflight cryocooler production processes, testing, tool design, test stand design and operation, test equipment selection and integration, troubleshooting and developing production processes, developing automated processes, and reporting. A portion of this position’s time may include similar duties in establishing aerospace engine production.
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelors of Science in ME, ISE, ETM or relevant Engineering field
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally in a cross-functional team
- Breadth of knowledge and ability to apply a range of engineering disciplines, including machine design, strengths of materials, machining processes, programming, process improvement, etc.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) a must
- Ability to define problems, collect data, troubleshoot, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions (problem solving skills).
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete responsibilities in a timely manner
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments in parallel
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce cost. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with engineering computational software such as Mathcad and/or Matlab preferred
- Experience with lab equipment such as data acquisition systems, oscilloscopes, power supplies, cooling systems, vacuum pumps, etc
- Experience with tooling design and fabrication is preferred
- Experience programming in LabView test environments and automation is preferred
Responsibilities
- Participate in Project Engineering and Program Management production planning to ensure on time delivery of spaceflight hardware.
- Work in a cross-functional team including Engineering, Manufacturing, Machine Shop, Procurement, and Quality Assurance
- Engage in continuous improvement efforts for spaceflight cryocooler production
- Research, select, and integrate test and lab equipment to support development and production.
- Define, develop and refine test methodology and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with customer requirements
- Working with Drafting/Design in the creation of tooling and fixturing models and drawings, using proper application of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
- Working with Sunpower Machine Shop, Purchasing and/or external vendors to procure components, test stand hardware, and test equipment to required specifications/accuracy
- Process development, documentation, and troubleshooting of production methods such as welding and brazing
- Report activities to team members and Aerospace Programs Manager
- Participate in technical discussions with existing and potential customers regarding product requirements
- Attend routine technical and programmatic meetings
- Continuously develop skills through education, observation and mentoring
- Provide input and documentation for communication with customers
- Engage in VAVE cost reduction efforts in a manufacturing setting
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
