Test Engineer I

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space, based in Colorado, is seeking an Entry-level Test Engineer I to contribute to testing and validation of aerospace systems. You will plan, execute, and document V&V activities under guidance from senior engineers, using schematics, manuals, and procedures to support problem solving.

The role develops through teamwork within a multidisciplinary environment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Typically entry-level with 0–2 years of experience.
• Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Familiarity with multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from senior engineers.
• Familiarity with requirements management, system design, and systems integration.
• Exposure to planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
• Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and exposure to generation and disposition of product non-conformances.
• Familiarity with schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, and documentation of V&V activities.
• Support testing using schematics, manuals, test procedures and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and document test data, reports, and technical information for projects.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to team members and seniors.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

V&V testing knowledge

Schematics literacy

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Engineering software tools

Job description

About the Role

As a Test Engineer I at Sierra Space, you will begin your career by contributing to the testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. This entry-level role provides an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge within a supportive team environment. You will assist in the planning, execution, and documentation of verification and validation activities, working closely with more experienced engineers and multi-disciplinary teams.

In this role, you will assist in the planning, conducting, and documenting of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities for aerospace systems and components. You will develop a conceptual understanding of engineering principles and practices, applying them to support testing activities while collaborating with multi-disciplinary design and development teams under the guidance of senior engineers to ensure effective system integration and performance.

Utilizing schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques, you will support testing activities and resolve routine technical problems. You will contribute to the generation and disposition of product non-conformances, ensuring adherence to Product and Quality Assurance principles, and help develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope and complexity by leveraging familiarity with engineering and testing principles.

Following instructions from senior engineers, you will work collaboratively within the team to achieve project goals and milestones. Additionally, you will prepare and document test data, reports, and technical information to support project initiatives and team decision-making, while clearly communicating technical concepts and information both verbally and in writing to team members and senior engineers.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in this critical mission.

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
• Typically entry-level with 0 - 2 years of experience.
• Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from senior engineers.
• Familiarity with requirements management, system design, and systems integration.
• Exposure to planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
• Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and exposure to generation and disposition of product non-conformances.
• Familiarity with schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with basic engineering software tools and applications related to testing and validation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineering.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering.
• Good teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively convey basic technical information to diverse audiences.
• Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to contribute to routine technical solutions.
• Participated in 2026 SS Intern Academy

Compensation

Pay Range: $73,175.00 - $100,615.25 Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.

We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Application Deadline

This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

About Sierra Space

Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth. Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.