Lead Test Engineer - Aerospace & Defense

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Lone Tree, CO, is seeking a Test Engineer III to lead test planning and execution for advanced aerospace and defense systems. You will manage multi-level testing across mission equipment such as communications, computing, navigation, and surveillance, ensuring compliance and performance.

The role emphasizes system testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, with a requirement for a US secret clearance and a BS in engineering, plus 6+ years in test

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering; 6+ years in test engineering or related role.
• Advanced understanding of test and evaluation principles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of comprehensive test plans and procedures.
• Oversee system-, sub-system-, and component-level testing (functional, performance, environmental).
• Analyze test data, identify root causes, and report findings with actionable recommendations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements and strategies.
• Ensure test processes/equipment meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Test engineering

Verification & Validation

Root cause analysis

Schematic reading

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

Test equipment

MIL-STD-810 / DO-160 testing

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Lone Tree, CO, is seeking a Test Engineer III to lead test planning and execution for advanced aerospace and defense systems. You will manage multi-level testing across mission equipment such as communications, computing, navigation, and surveillance, ensuring compliance and performance.

The role emphasizes system testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, with a requirement for a US secret clearance and a BS in engineering, plus 6+ years in test