Test Engineer Contractor

ApplyMint; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ApplyMint in Kent, WA is looking for a Mechanical or Aerospace Engineer with a B.S. degree and 2+ years of experience in component testing and data analysis. The ideal candidate has strong expertise with pressurized systems, sensors, and automation, as well as a passion for spaceflight.

You will be responsible for managing multiple projects, ensuring accurate testing and data analysis, while maintaining positive relationships within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in component testing and data analysis.
• Passion for spaceflight and space exploration.
• Ability to maintain positive and professional relationships.

Skills

Component testing and data analysis

Design, operation, testing or production of pressurized systems

Experience with sensors and instrumentation

Thermal and vibration testing

Strong communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Passion for spaceflight

Education

B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or other relevant field.
• 2 + years of experience in component testing and data analysis.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in design, operation, testing, or production of pressurized (up to 6000 psi), cryogenic, actuated, and/or hydraulic systems.
• Experience with sensors and instrumentation (pressure transducers, accelerometers, etc.), data acquisition, and automation systems.
• Familiarity with precision clean hardware and systems.
• Exposure to thermal and vibration testing.
• Strong work ethic with a high attention to detail and level of organization.
• Strong written, personal, and computer skills. Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at the executive leadership level and on the shop floor.
• Successfully managed simultaneous project schedules.
• Passion for spaceflight and space exploration.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion

Desired

• Applicable industry experience (launch vehicles, satellites, aircraft, motorsports, oil & gas).
• Strong knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, actuators, servo-valves, and fittings.
• Experience with design & fabrication of test fixturing and tooling.
• Independent operation of thermal and vibration testing.