Senior Test Engineer - Aerospace Test Systems

Stealth Mode; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Singularity is seeking a Test Engineer to design, build, and own test infrastructure for defense products in Gardena, CA. You will develop end-to-end test plans for components and subsystems spanning shock and vibe, environmental, performance, electrical and mechanical systems.

You will help develop testing best practices, requirements, and workflows to enable rapid iteration and high-quality data, collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate prototype and qualification hardware.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on test engineering experience.
• Experience designing assemblies and test fixtures using CAD.
• Experience with LabVIEW, Simulink, or similar test software.
• Experience integrating and using test instrumentation (pressure transducers, thermocouples, strain gauges, relays, solenoid valves, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and employ test stands and processes for validating design hardware.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and protocols: instrumentation, execution steps, pass/fail criteria, and data analysis workflows.
• Build test schedules and ensure alignment with development and business needs.
• Lead test design and readiness reviews and communicate approach and results with stakeholders.
• Validate measurement precision and accuracy; procure or design specialized fixtures and sensors as needed.
• Create schematics and CAD models of test setups and facilities.
• Define standard processes and workflows for prototype, qualification, and production-grade testing.
• Provide subject matter expertise on test methods, including mentoring teammates.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failure.

Skills

Test engineering

CAD design

Instrumentation knowledge

LabVIEW/Simulink

Education

Master’s or higher in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Simulink

Job description

Singularity is seeking a Test Engineer to design, build, and own test infrastructure for defense products in Gardena, CA. You will develop end-to-end test plans for components and subsystems spanning shock and vibe, environmental, performance, electrical and mechanical systems.

You will help develop testing best practices, requirements, and workflows to enable rapid iteration and high-quality data, collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate prototype and qualification hardware.