Senior Test Engineer - Aerospace Test Systems

Astromecha; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) program and stock option

Flexible time off

Flexible work environment

Weekly team lunches

Job summary

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join our growing team, designing, fabricating, operating, and improving test infrastructure for jet engine and subsystems. You will ensure each new design is thoroughly tested before aircraft integration, maintaining test facilities, and expanding capabilities while upholding safety and quality.

This role demands hands-on experience with fluidic/mechanical systems, PLCs, data acquisition, and a proactive mindset in a fast-paced aerospace

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience with fluidic and mechanical systems and test operations.
• Experience with hazardous environments and safety mitigations.
• Knowledge of fluid systems hardware and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with data acquisition and control systems, PLC, networking, interfaces.
• Proficiency with PLC and data processing software (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW).
• Initiative for continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Architect test stand design and documentation (drawings, P&ID, electrical schematics, test procedures).
• Maintain test facility operations and maintenance, troubleshoot problems, site cleanliness.
• Implement robust data and video recording infrastructure.
• Analyze data for equipment activation, calibration, and operation.
• Diagnose stand problems efficiently and perform corrective actions.
• Continually improve facility capabilities to increase test throughput and reliability.
• Harness assembly (crimping/soldering terminals, cable lacing, troubleshooting).
• Operate manual machine shop equipment (drills, cutting tools, mills, lathes).

Skills

Fluidic & mechanical systems

Test operations

Data acquisition & control systems

PLC hardware

Python / MATLAB / LabVIEW

Attention to detail

Initiative / continuous improvement

Fast-paced adaptability

Job description

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join our growing team, designing, fabricating, operating, and improving test infrastructure for jet engine and subsystems. You will ensure each new design is thoroughly tested before aircraft integration, maintaining test facilities, and expanding capabilities while upholding safety and quality.

This role demands hands-on experience with fluidic/mechanical systems, PLCs, data acquisition, and a proactive mindset in a fast-paced aerospace