Test Engineer

Sierra Space Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K with employer match

Educational reimbursement

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation in Louisville, KY is seeking a Test Engineer II to contribute to testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. You will plan, execute, and document V&V activities and collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of related test engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and QA concepts

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document V&V activities for aerospace systems
• Develop and execute complex test plans and reports
• Read schematics and interpret service manuals to resolve test issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system performance and reliability
• Prepare technical data and analyses to support engineering decisions

Skills

Test engineering

V&V planning

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Schematic reading

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Testing equipment

Engineering software tools

Service manuals

Job description

• As a Test Engineer II at Sierra Space, you will utilize your knowledge and experience to contribute to the testing and validation of aerospace systems and components
• Working under general supervision, you will participate in the planning, execution, and documentation of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities
• This role requires strong knowledge of engineering principles and the ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams to solve technical problems of moderate scope and complexity
• Participate in the planning, conducting, and documenting of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities for aerospace systems and components, ensuring compliance with system requirements
• Apply strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices to support testing activities and solve technical problems of moderate scope and complexity
• Work effectively in multi-disciplinary design and development teams, following established procedures and guidelines under general supervision
• Contribute to requirements management, system design, and systems integration efforts, ensuring effective system performance and reliability
• Read and interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and apply logical troubleshooting techniques to resolve testing issues
• Develop and execute complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports, demonstrating compliance with system requirements
• Utilize various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to support validation efforts and ensure the quality of aerospace systems and components
• Participate in the generation and disposition of product non-conformances, adhering to Product and Quality Assurance principles
• Prepare and document technical data, reports, and analyses to support engineering initiatives and project decision-making
• Communicate technical concepts and information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to team members and senior engineers

Benefits

• Medical Coverage: We offer two comprehensive medical plans, a PPO and an HDHP, designed to prioritize the well-being of our team members
• Dental Coverage: HMO and PPO dental plans are aimed at promoting optimal oral health and reducing costs
• Vision Coverage: Our vision plan offers access to a wide range of in-network and out-of-network providers
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Maximize savings and use pre-tax dollars to pay for medical and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account: This tax-advantaged savings account allows team members to set aside pre-tax funds to cover qualified medical expenses
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Comprehensive Basic and Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance offers financial protection to your family
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability insurance provides wage replacement should you suffer a disability that prevents you from working
• 401K Profit Sharing Plan: Employees may contribute 1% to 100% of base salary up to the annual IRS maximum. Employer match provided with a 5-year vesting schedule
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential service available 24/7 that provides assessment, counseling, resources and referrals to employees
• Professional Development / Educational Reimbursement Plan: Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate tuition, books and fees.

Ability to read/interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical troubleshooting techniquesWorking knowledge of Product and Quality Assurance principles and experience with generation and disposition of product non-conformancesRequires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)Exposure to and execution of complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports in order to demonstrate compliance with system requirementsBasic experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologiesTypically 2+ years of related experienceStrong knowledge of engineering principles and practicesBasic problem-solving skills and the ability to contribute to routine technical solutionsStrong communication skills to clearly and effectively convey basic technical information to diverse audiencesGood teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teamsCommitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineeringDemonstrated eagerness to learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineeringProficiency with basic engineering software tools and applications related to testing and validationStrong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively