Aviation Engine Test Systems Engineer

DeltaHawk Engines; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

DeltaHawk Engines is seeking a hands-on Test Systems & Controls Engineer to design, assemble, program, and maintain data acquisition and automation for R&D and production test operations. You will build and support engine test stands, dynamometers, and component test benches to validate performance of advanced aviation engines.

From sensor selection and wiring to PLC/HMI programming and secure test networks, you will develop clear documentation, work with technicians, and ensure safe, compliant

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related with 3+ years of experience in test cell controls.
• Experience building and programming PLC- or PC-based DAQ systems.
• Hands-on experience with closed-loop PID control and industrial automation protocols.
• Sensor integration and signal conditioning.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or C#.
• Electrical panel assembly and wiring.
• Ability to communicate across engineering and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, wire, and commission data acquisition and control systems for engine dynamometer and component test cells.
• Select, calibrate, and integrate instrumentation and sensors based on measurement range, signal type, and environmental requirements.
• Specify, install, and configure DAQ modules to interface reliably with test hardware and instrumentation.
• Layout and assemble control panels, including electrical enclosures, DIN rails, terminal blocks, relays, power supplies, and circuit protection.
• Program PLCs, PC-based controllers, and develop user-friendly HMI/GUI applications to automate test sequences, interlocks, and real-time data logging.
• Set up and configure industrial networking hardware to ensure secure communication across test benches and engineering workstations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and SOPs.
• Troubleshoot test stand electrical, sensor, and software issues with technicians and test engineers to minimize downtime.
• Maintain safe test cell operations in compliance with industry electrical standards.

Skills

PLC programming

DAQ systems

PID control

Sensor integration

Python

C++/C#/Structured text

Electrical panel wiring

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Automation/Mechatronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

DMMs

SolidWorks

Job description

DeltaHawk Engines is seeking a hands-on Test Systems & Controls Engineer to design, assemble, program, and maintain data acquisition and automation for R&D and production test operations. You will build and support engine test stands, dynamometers, and component test benches to validate performance of advanced aviation engines.

From sensor selection and wiring to PLC/HMI programming and secure test networks, you will develop clear documentation, work with technicians, and ensure safe, compliant