Test Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)

Advantage Technical; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement and savings plans

Paid holidays and time off

Supplemental insurance

Wellness or incentive programs

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking a Test Engineer for an on-site role in Columbia, MD. You will develop and maintain test standards, execute testing, and document results to support aerospace/defense products.

The position requires a minimum of 5 years of engineering experience with a BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Test disciplines. Strong analytical skills and independent judgment are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience with a BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Test domains.
• Experience developing and updating test standards and procedures.
• Ability to execute tests and document results clearly.
• Ability to train team members on test equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update test standards for new or enhanced products.
• Execute testing to demonstrate product quality and conformance.
• Identify and recommend test equipment, fixturing, or tooling to meet specs.
• Prepare reports of testing data and evaluate results with recommended improvements.
• Lead or contribute to improvements and train team members on equipment use.

Skills

Test engineering

Test standards

Test execution

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Our Client designs, manufactures, integrates, and supports lighter-than-air surveillance platforms, particularly tethered aerostats-large balloon-like platforms that remain anchored to the ground and carry sensors high above an area for DOD and military applications.

Title: Test Engineer (Aerospace/Defense/Intelligence)

Location: 100% On-site in Columbia, MD

Pay/Duration: 38.00 - 60.00 per hour based off experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years with BS in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, and Test)

In this role, you will develop, maintain, and update test standards for new or enhanced products, as well as execute testing that demonstrates the quality of our division's products. You will work on assignments that require creativity, technical expertise, and independent judgment while contributing meaningfully to engineering projects and technical approaches.

• Evaluate test requirements based on specifications, standard procedures, and internal/external requirements. Develop test plans and procedures.
• Execute and document tests.
• Identify and recommend test equipment, production equipment, fixturing, or tooling needed to meet product specifications.
• Prepare reports of testing data, evaluate results, and provide recommendations based on findings. Lead or contribute input for improvements.
• Train team members on utilization of test equipment and procedures.
• Keep abreast of new developments in engineering design, methods, and applications.
• Assist with the requestforquote process as related to testing needs.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance.

Depending on the position, benefits may include

• medical, dental, and vision coverage;
• retirement and savings plans;
• paid holidays and time off;
• supplemental insurance;
• additional wellness or incentive programs.

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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