Aerospace Test Engineer: Hypersonic Systems & Validation

Destinusgroup; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Destinus is seeking a Testing Engineer to validate aerospace systems, propulsion units and UAV payloads, designing and executing rigorous test campaigns to push performance under demanding conditions. You will analyze real-world data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with DO-160/MIL-STD where applicable, and lead investigations to improve reliability in high-stakes environments.

This role is based in the Netherlands and offers exposure to hypersonic flight testing and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience with aerospace testing methodologies (environmental, structural, propulsion tests).
• Proficiency with test instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans and protocols for aerospace systems, propulsion units, and UAV payloads.
• Analyze test data to assess performance, identify anomalies and optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering to refine designs based on test outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and safety regulations.
• Manage testing facilities and equipment, calibrations and maintenance.
• Lead investigations into failures and improve system reliability.
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturing and quality teams to integrate testing requirements.
• Support field testing campaigns including environmental and real-world tests.

Skills

Test instrumentation

Data acquisition

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Aerospace testing

System integration

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Destinus is seeking a Testing Engineer to validate aerospace systems, propulsion units and UAV payloads, designing and executing rigorous test campaigns to push performance under demanding conditions. You will analyze real-world data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with DO-160/MIL-STD where applicable, and lead investigations to improve reliability in high-stakes environments.

This role is based in the Netherlands and offers exposure to hypersonic flight testing and