Test Engineer

Robinson Helicopter Company; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinson Helicopter Company, a leading civil rotorcraft manufacturer in Torrance, CA, seeks an experienced Test Engineer to develop and certify tests for the world’s most widely used civil helicopters. You will own test infrastructure, safety programs, and planning, working across hardware, software, and instrumentation.

The role combines hands-on testing with rigorous documentation, configuration management, and collaboration with design and manufacturing teams to drive product development and

Qualifications

• Four-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years’ experience as an engineer conducting physical tests of systems and/or structures.
• Strong engineering fundamentals with ability to apply concepts to real-world problems.
• Excellent academic record.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and collaborative mindset.
• Ability and willingness to work irregular hours and count on self-motivation and initiative.
• Proficiency in engineering test software such as MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW/TestStand.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop test strategies, configurations, and execute test programs.
• Develop, execute, and document varying, complex test procedures, setups, and reports.
• Conduct test briefs and debriefs.
• Design, build, commission, and improve test fixtures and equipment to meet test objectives.
• Identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex test system issues across hardware, software, controls, and instrumentation.
• Process and analyze test data and collaborate with engineers to draw conclusions and recommend next steps.
• Ensure test configurations are prepared including test equipment, software, and procedures.
• Lead test safety programs and maintain records and audits for compliance.
• Mentor engineers and technicians and manage test facilities and infrastructure.

Skills

Engineering concepts

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Organization

Risk management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

LabVIEW/TestStand

Job description

Job Summary
Robinson Helicopter Company is a leading manufacturer of civil rotorcraft with a 50-year history of providing affordable helicopters for a wide range of applications. Robinson is an engineering focused organization that provides challenging and exciting opportunities to contribute to the future of vertical flight.

Job Summary
Robinson Helicopter Company is a leading manufacturer of civil rotorcraft with a 50-year history of providing affordable helicopters for a wide range of applications. Robinson is an engineering focused organization that provides challenging and exciting opportunities to contribute to the future of vertical flight.
As a Test Engineer at Robinson Helicopter, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and certification of the most widely used civil helicopters in the world. You will be responsible for the development and execution tests supporting product development, validation, and continuous improvement. This role combines deep hands‑on technical work with ownership of test infrastructure, safety, configuration management, and planning activities.
Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop test strategies, determine test configurations, plan, and execute test programs in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.
• Develop, execute, and document varying, complex test procedures, setups, and reports
• Conduct test briefs and debriefs.
• Design, build, commission, and improve test fixtures and test equipment to achieve test objectives, enhance capability, and improve efficiency.
• Identify, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve complex test system issues across hardware, software, controls, and instrumentation.
• Process and analyze test data and collaborate with engineers to drive conclusions, recommendations, and next steps.
• Ensure test configurations are prepared and correct including test equipment, software, and procedures.
• Conduct test operations planning, prioritization, utilization and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure on schedule completion.
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor to engineers and technicians.
• Manage test facilities and infrastructure.
• Provide detailed requirements and/or assist in developing specialized test instrumentation. required to achieve test objectives and goals in a timely manner.
• Comply with department processes and standard operating procedures to ensure testing is accomplished with high levels of safety, effectiveness, consistency, and efficiency.
• Contribute insights and innovations to improve the product and organization.
• Lead and/or participate in test safety programs to ensure testing hazards are mitigated to reduce risk and to promote safe execution of tests.
• Maintain required records and conduct audits to verify compliance with processes and procedures.
  

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related technical field from an accredited academic institution.
• 5+ years’ experience as an engineer routinely conducting physical tests of systems and/or structures.
• Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts and principles and demonstrated; experience applying those concepts to real world problems.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level.
• Excellent academic record.
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work well with others.
• Ability and willingness to work irregular hours and workdays.
• Proven self-starter requiring minimal supervision, with strong project management, organization, and risk management skills.
• Proficient in common engineering test software tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW/TestStand.
  

Desired Qualifications

• Substantial experience in aircraft development and certification test programs.
• Significant experience in defining, designing and installing specialized test instrumentation in experimental aircraft.
• Working knowledge of aircraft systems and structures testing methods.