Senior Test Engineer: Structural Validation & CAD Fixtures

Divergent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off (vacation)

Paid sick time

Company holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Divergent is seeking a seasoned Test Engineer to join our Los Angeles area manufacturing and engineering team. You will design test fixtures in Siemens NX, lead structural tests, and coordinate cross‑functional validation with design, manufacturing, materials, and quality teams.

You will configure hydraulic actuators, install sensors, analyze data with DAQ tools, and produce clear reports for stakeholders while prioritizing safety and manufacturability in a fast‑paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, manufacturing engineering, or structural test engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX).
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical assembly, hydraulic actuators, and instrumentation (Load Cells/Strain Gauges).
• Experience with data acquisition systems such as Dewesoft or NI FlexLogger.
• Strong communication, documentation, and project coordination skills.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and effective in a fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Strong understanding of: Structural testing (fatigue and durability)
• MTS TestSuite and Atlassian Jira/Confluence
• Data acquisition and analysis tools
• Experience with CAE tools like Hypermesh and ANSA
• Experience with Zeiss Aramis system
• Shaker/Vibe table experience in setup and running vibration tests
• MIL‑STD spec, knowledge and know how

Responsibilities

• Design test fixtures, rigs, tooling, and mechanical assemblies using Siemens NX.
• Produce detailed drawings, GD&T, build instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure manufacturability and high‑quality builds.
• Good understanding of MTS hydraulic systems and the integration of hydraulic actuators.
• Support prototype assembly and fixture integration during test setup.
• Develop test plans, procedures, and schedules for component and system‑level validation projects.
• Utilize Atlassian Jira and Confluence for project tracking and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, materials, and quality teams to define test requirements.
• Communicate test scope, timelines, risks, and resource needs to stakeholders.
• Prepare test documentation, readiness packages, and configuration records.
• Lead setup, instrumentation, and execution of structural component tests.
• Operate MTS TestSuite for automated test control and execution.
• Configure and manage hydraulic actuators, manifolds, and servo valves for structural loading.
• Install and calibrate sensors including load cells, strain gauges, and LVDTs.
• Utilize various DAQ software packages for high‑speed data acquisition and real‑time monitoring.
• Ensure accurate, reliability, and safe operation of all tests.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoot mechanical, instrumentation, and test execution issues.
• Analyze test data to evaluate component performance and verify compliance with engineering specifications.
• Generate clear, comprehensive test reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Present findings to design engineers, leadership, and program teams.
• Maintain complete documentation of test procedures, configurations, and results.
• Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and internal processes.
• Support traceability of test articles and fixture configurations.
• Identify opportunities to improve test methods and laboratory workflows.
• Recommend upgrades to test equipment, instrumentation, or documentation systems.
• Stay current with emerging testing, design, and manufacturing technologies.
• Uphold all safety protocols within the lab environment.
• Participate in risk assessments, equipment readiness checks, and safety reviews.

Skills

Mechanical design

Manufacturing engineering

Structural testing

CAD Siemens NX

Hydraulic actuators

Data acquisition (Dewesoft/NI FlexL og

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

MTS TestSuite

Zeiss Aramis

Hypermesh

ANSA

Dewesoft

NI FlexLogger

Job description

Divergent is seeking a seasoned Test Engineer to join our Los Angeles area manufacturing and engineering team. You will design test fixtures in Siemens NX, lead structural tests, and coordinate cross‑functional validation with design, manufacturing, materials, and quality teams.

You will configure hydraulic actuators, install sensors, analyze data with DAQ tools, and produce clear reports for stakeholders while prioritizing safety and manufacturability in a fast‑paced R&D environment.