Test Engineer

Leidos LLC; Rockaway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Test Engineer to work at our Picatinny Arsenal, NJ site. A Test Engineer is a creative and driven individual who is passionate about advancing propulsion technology.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in experimental research and a desire to work on challenging and innovative projects. You will design, build, and test sub-scale propulsion components and analyze data.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• A solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and combustion principles.
• Hands-on experience with experimental setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as MATLAB or Python.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test sub-scale propulsion components to capture combustion physics-based properties.
• Develop and execute test plans, including the selection of appropriate instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, draw conclusions, and make recommendations for future research.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations to both internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers and researchers to design and develop new test rigs and experimental techniques.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.
• Ensure a safe and efficient test environment by following all safety protocols and procedures.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Combustion principles

Experimental setup

Data acquisition

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Job description

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Test Engineer to work at our Picatinny Arsenal, NJ site. A Test Engineer is a creative and driven individual who is passionate about advancing propulsion technology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in experimental research and a desire to work on challenging and innovative projects. As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and testing sub-scale propulsion components to capture combustion physics-based properties. You will work closely with a team of engineers and researchers to develop and execute test plans, analyze data, and report findings.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test sub-scale propulsion components to capture combustion physics-based properties.
• Develop and execute test plans, including the selection of appropriate instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, draw conclusions, and make recommendations for future research.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations to both internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers and researchers to design and develop new test rigs and experimental techniques.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.
• Ensure a safe and efficient test environment by following all safety protocols and procedures.

Basic Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or a closely related field.
• A solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and combustion principles.
• Hands-on experience with experimental setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as MATLAB or Python.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• US Citizenship required.

Pay Range: Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers.

• competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.