Lead Space Hardware Test Engineer

K2 Space

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 175,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off

Job summary

A leading aerospace startup seeking an experienced engineer to oversee testing for mechanical, structural, and electromechanical systems. Responsibilities include designing test equipment and leading multi-disciplinary test campaigns. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and have over five years of related industry experience. The role offers a competitive salary between $140,000 and $175,000, plus equity and various benefits. The position requires full-time onsite presence in Los Angeles, California.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of industry experience with electromechanical test, design, and analysis.
  • Experience designing mechanical assemblies and test fixtures.
  • Knowledge in data acquisition and controls.

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage testing across critical aerospace systems.
  • Design and build test hardware and tooling.
  • Troubleshoot performance issues during test campaigns.

Skills

Mechanical testing
Structural analysis
CAD software
Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

NX (Unigraphics)
Simcenter 3D
MATLAB

Job description

A leading aerospace startup seeking an experienced engineer to oversee testing for mechanical, structural, and electromechanical systems. Responsibilities include designing test equipment and leading multi-disciplinary test campaigns. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and have over five years of related industry experience. The role offers a competitive salary between $140,000 and $175,000, plus equity and various benefits. The position requires full-time onsite presence in Los Angeles, California.
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