Lead Systems Test Engineer, Aerospace & Hybrid-Electric

Electra.aero; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Principal Systems Test Engineer based in Manassas, VA. This role involves leading test activities for the company's EL9 aircraft, establishing the test strategy for various aircraft systems, and guiding teams across test environments. Candidates must have at least 15 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or a related field, and a strong background in aircraft systems architecture. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in systems testing, integration, or verification of complex aerospace systems.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the aircraft‑level systems test strategy.
• Define system‑level test setups according to engineering provided test plans.
• Architect, develop, and optimize test environments.
• Support root‑cause analyses and data‑driven troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain robust test procedures and documentation.

Skills

Aircraft systems architecture

Test plan development

HIL/SIL environments

Test automation

Data acquisition systems

Written and verbal communication

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

JAMA

DOORS

MATLAB

Python

Job description

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Principal Systems Test Engineer based in Manassas, VA. This role involves leading test activities for the company's EL9 aircraft, establishing the test strategy for various aircraft systems, and guiding teams across test environments. Candidates must have at least 15 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or a related field, and a strong background in aircraft systems architecture. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.