Aerospace Test Engineer: Automated Systems & Data

Textron; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Textron Aviation is seeking a Test Engineer to support hydraulic and electro‑mechanical systems testing at the WA AeroMotion lab. You will set up automated tests, troubleshoot test systems, and develop software for test automation and data acquisition.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, with electrical/aviation experience preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Engineering experience or aviation technical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run automated tests for electro‑mechanical and hydraulic actuation components.
• Troubleshoot test systems across multi‑axis hydraulic loading, thermal control, motor controls, and data acquisition systems.
• Develop software for test automation and data acquisition; maintain calibration of test equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Presentation skills

Analytical and math skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Matlab/Simulink

MathCad

Job description

Textron Aviation is seeking a Test Engineer to support hydraulic and electro‑mechanical systems testing at the WA AeroMotion lab. You will set up automated tests, troubleshoot test systems, and develop software for test automation and data acquisition.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, with electrical/aviation experience preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple projects.