Integration & Test Engineer

Jobtailor; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Littleton, Colorado is seeking a Test Engineer to define and execute test plans for complex aerospace systems. You will support test programs, participate in design reviews, and drive verification activities to ensure product quality and compliance.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience) and strong communication skills, with the ability to work on-site and travel as needed. Proficiency with MS Office tools is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering or Physics with 2+ years experience; or MS with 1+ year; or 6 years experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience authoring and executing test plans, procedures and reports.
• Knowledge of electronics/mechanical testing, environmental testing, and electro-optics.
• Understanding of aerospace industry regulations, compliance requirements, and testing standards.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office products including Visio and Project.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform test assignments involving definition of test and verification requirements, plans and sequences relative to complex systems and resolve conflicting issues.
• Support test programs including establishing test methods and techniques, developing test plans, developing test requirements, writing test procedures/reports and conducting tests.
• Participate in test readiness reviews, design reviews and conduct audits of test programs.
• Utilize knowledge of test engineering methods and apply understanding of principles of related engineering technology to ensure test validity and integrity.
• Participate in failure review boards and make recommendations for regression testing.
• Establish and assist in overseeing performance of qualification program plans, on and off site functional and environmental tests, engineering analyses, inspections and demonstration events.
• Assist in driving test projects to closure per program schedule requirements.
• Assist in determining appropriate verification methods and success criteria to effectively manage product quality and compliance.
• Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Ability to support on-site work, as needed.
• Ability to support travel or off-site work, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Test plan development

Test execution

Failure analysis

Aerospace compliance

Communication

Independent work

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Physics

M.S. in related field

6+ years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Visio

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

• Perform test assignments involving definition of test and verification requirements, plans and sequences relative to complex systems and resolve conflicting issues.
• Support test programs including establishing test methods and techniques, developing test plans, developing test requirements, writing test procedures/reports and conducting tests.
• Participate in test readiness reviews, design reviews and conduct audits of test programs.
• Utilize knowledge of test engineering methods and apply understanding of principles of related engineering technology to ensure test validity and integrity.
• Participate in failure review boards and make recommendations for regression testing.
• Establish and assist in overseeing performance of qualification program plans, on and off site functional and environmental tests, engineering analyses, inspections and demonstration events.
• Assist in driving test projects to closure per program schedule requirements.
• Assist in determining appropriate verification methods and success criteria to effectively manage product quality and compliance.
• Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Ability to support on-site work, as needed.
• Ability to support travel or off-site work, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering or Physics and 2+ years of experience; or Master of Science and 1+ years of experience; In lieu of a degree a minimum of 6 years of experience
• Experience authoring and executing test plans, procedures and reports
• Knowledge of electronics/mechanical testing, environmental testing, and electro-optics
• Understanding of aerospace industry regulations, compliance requirements, and knowledge of industry-specific testing standards and protocols.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders
• Proficient in all MS Office products including MS Visio and MS Project
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in test engineering methods, including authoring and executing test plans and procedures, while ensuring compliance with aerospace industry regulations and standards. Proficient in managing test programs and collaborating effectively with team members and stakeholders.