Test Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace or avionics industry.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of experience designing and manufacturing vibration test fixtures.
• At least 3 years of experience designing and manufacturing thermal heat sinks and thermal vacuum fixtures.
• Understanding of SMC-S-016.
• Strong understanding of avionics systems, electronics manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as Siemens NX for reviewing designs and creating manufacturing documentation.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations relevant to avionics manufacturing, such as IPC standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience testing and troubleshooting avionics systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design teams to provide input on the manufacturability and assembly processes of avionics components and wire harnesses.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes and onboard equipment for avionics systems, considering efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Create and maintain manufacturing plans, assembly procedures, and work instructions for consistent and accurate production of avionics systems.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Work with suppliers to support timely delivery of high-quality avionics components, and review and approve supplier manufacturing processes.
• Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of avionics systems to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards.
• Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements to the manufacturability and reliability of avionics components.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain quality control processes for avionics manufacturing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in avionics manufacturing.

Benefits

• Company equity
• Medical coverage for employees and dependents
• Dental coverage for employees and dependents
• Vision coverage for employees and dependents
• Paid time off, including vacation and the ability for exempt staff to cash out unused vacation annually
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• ClassPass credits
• Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
• Employee discounts and other perks
• Free snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals, with subsidized lunch