Lead COPV Testing Engineer – Aerospace Hardware

Blackwave GmbH; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Testing Engineer to own and develop COPV testing capabilities at its Texas facility. Responsibilities include designing testing processes, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and supporting production teams. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and has hands-on experience in engineering testing. English fluency is required, and familiarity with Spanish or German is beneficial. The position mandates on-site work, contributing to safety-critical operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical field (required).
• Several years of hands-on experience in engineering testing, preferably in aerospace.
• Proven experience developing technical documentation, test plans, or engineering procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of COPV testing operations in Texas.
• Ensure accuracy and calibration of testing equipment.
• Develop and validate testing methods for spaceflight qualification.

Skills

Hands-on approach

Solution-oriented troubleshooting

Ability to operate under uncertainty

Organised and structured

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Testing equipment

Instrumentation

Job description

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Testing Engineer to own and develop COPV testing capabilities at its Texas facility. Responsibilities include designing testing processes, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and supporting production teams. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and has hands-on experience in engineering testing. English fluency is required, and familiarity with Spanish or German is beneficial. The position mandates on-site work, contributing to safety-critical operations.