Hands-On Mechanical Test Engineer – Lab & Government Facilities

ReLogic Research, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ReLogic Research, Inc. seeks a hands-on Mechanical Test Engineer to support assembly, instrumentation installation, and thermal/mechanical testing at our lab and government facilities.

You will work with engineers to execute tests, make data ready for analysis, and ensure test articles meet objectives. The role requires 3+ years in testing environments, the ability to read engineering drawings, familiarity with Instron load frames, and a path toward security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in a test, lab, or mechanical assembly environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude for lab/test facility work.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and test procedures.
• Experience installing instrumentation including thermocouples, strain gages, or similar sensors.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support test activities at ReLogic facilities and specialized government test facilities including assembly and preparation of test articles.
• Install and verify instrumentation on test samples and components including strain gages, thermocouples, heat flux gauges, and other sensors as required.
• Execute mechanical and thermal tests on materials and components working from engineer-defined test plans and procedures.
• Support configuration and operation of test equipment including Instron load frames and data acquisition systems.
• Perform post-test inspections and support data compilation and analysis reporting.
• Maintain test equipment including calibration schedules, upgrades, and repairs.
• Support integration activities and on-site test support at government and contractor facilities.
• Work closely with engineers to understand test objectives, interpret results, and identify anomalies.

Skills

Hands-on testing

Mechanical aptitude

Reading engineering drawings

Instrumentation installation

Written and verbal communication

Security clearance eligible

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Instron load frames

Instron BlueHill software

Data acquisition systems

Job description

ReLogic Research, Inc. seeks a hands-on Mechanical Test Engineer to support assembly, instrumentation installation, and thermal/mechanical testing at our lab and government facilities.

You will work with engineers to execute tests, make data ready for analysis, and ensure test articles meet objectives. The role requires 3+ years in testing environments, the ability to read engineering drawings, familiarity with Instron load frames, and a path toward security clearance.