Environmental System Test Engineer II

AV; Moorpark (CA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AV is seeking an Environmental System Test Engineer II to design and execute System Test Plans for small unmanned air vehicles and missiles. You will conduct simulator, ground and flight tests, analyze data, and document results, while coordinating with test labs and engineering teams.

The role involves 2–5 years of related testing, scripting for automation, and frequent collaboration across disciplines to meet project objectives and schedules.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years experience in environmental or system testing.
• Experience scripting to automate testing is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Support environmental testing of subsystems, models, and full-scale units.
• Develop test objectives and test cards to verify objectives are met.
• Review system requirements to ensure testability.
• Perform data analysis and summarize results in reports.
• Collaborate with test labs and peers across disciplines.

Kenntnisse

Environmental testing experience

Scripting / automation

Data analysis

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in related discipline (Software, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace)

Tools

MATLAB

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The Environmental System Test Engineer II develops and executes System Test Plans for small, unmanned air vehicles and missiles and their associated subsystems. Testing encompasses simulator, ground and flight tests and includes logging and analyzing data and documenting test results.

Worker Type

Regular

Summary

Job Description

The Environmental System Test Engineer II develops and executes System Test Plans for small, unmanned air vehicles and missiles and their associated subsystems. Testing encompasses simulator, ground and flight tests and includes logging and analyzing data and documenting test results.

Position Responsibilities

• Support Environmental test and evaluation of subsystem, model-scale, and full scale testing.
• Determine and communicate subsystem, system, and environmental test objectives. Develop test cards to verify that those objectives are met
• Review System Requirement documents to help ensure requirements are concise and testable
• Participate in test and environmental readiness reviews, test briefs, and post-test debriefings
• Ensure test assets are prepared to support testing, including proper configuration of product hardware and software, developing test cards and procedures, and maintaining test equipment
• Process and analyze test data to determine test results. Analyze large test datasets using software tools (MATLAB or Excel)
• Capture test activities, fill in test data sheets, and transfer telemetry files to the network. Enter test failures or anomalies in an issue tracking system database. Summarize test activities and results in reports
• Determine regression test requirements based on specific subsystem modifications. Develop ad hoc tests to troubleshoot test failures
• Responsible for estimating time required to conduct testing and completing assigned tasks within project schedule
• Work with outside test labs and assist during testing when required
• Receives general instructions on routine work and more detailed instructions on new projects. Works within specific requirements to complete tasks under moderate supervision
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Contributes to meeting project cost and schedule
• Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Typically performs multiple tasks on one project. Completes tasks within schedule and budget
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline (Software, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace) is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• A Minimum of 2 - 5 years’ experience in related industry or projects that include conducting environmental or system tests
• Experience with scripting and programming languages to automate testing is a plus
• Position requires 10-30% travel within the Continental U.S.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• A relevant master’s or doctoral degree in a related discipline is preferred.
• Work with product development engineers to derive environmental test requirements based on product specifications and modifications
• Has willingness to learn and expand technical understanding of wind tunnel test techniques and measurement systems
• Is effective in conversing technically with experts in the fields of test instrumentation and data acquisition
• Skilled at documenting test plans, procedures, and reports; verbally directing UAV Operators and Observers during flight tests; capturing system test requirements; recording test failures and reporting test results
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and strong communication skills
• Focused on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
• Demonstrates ability to work well with others across disciplines

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Occasional)
• Able to frequently work