Test Engineer II

Textron Systems; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K)

Job summary

Textron Systems in Utah's Layton area is seeking a Test Engineer II to support weapon system development within the Advanced Programs team. You will plan, coordinate, and execute tests for components, subsystems, and systems with 2+ years of experience and an active security clearance.

You will work in a multidisciplinary environment, handle data acquisition, analysis, and reporting, and may travel 10–20% to support in-house and field activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 2+ years related experience.
• Experience in system-level and mechanical structure testing for defense or aerospace programs.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD standards (MIL-STD-810 or SMC-S-016).
• Active Secret clearance required; eligibility for SAP clearance is required. Top Secret clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and schedule test and evaluation activities to meet requirements and standards.
• Prepare and review test plans, procedures, readiness reviews, and reports for functional, environmental, and field tests.
• Support data collection using accelerometers, strain gauges, high-speed cameras, and other test instrumentation.
• Support test activities including installation, integration, testing, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Perform preliminary data analysis and provide post-test debriefs to engineering and customers.
• Coordinate with program, engineering, and external teams during planning, execution, and reporting.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Test engineering

Data acquisition

MIL-STD knowledge

Clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Data acquisition hardware

Job description

Job Number:

Test Engineer II (346075)

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role:

We are seeking a motivated engineer with a Mechanical or Test Engineering background to support strategic weapon system development for our Advanced Programs team. As a Test Engineer, you will perform planning, coordination, and execution of component, subsystems, and system level tests as well as other evaluation activities across the program.. A strong candidate will possess at least 2+ years of related experience.. You will have the opportunity to work in a multi-disciplined team environment and directly support our nation’s war fighters.. Whether your desired career path is technical or leadership, Textron is highly diversified with a strong grow-from-within philosophy that offers exceptional opportunities for career progression.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and schedule test and evaluation activities to ensure that test requirements and objectives are met per customer/program requirements and engineering and quality standards
• Prepare and/or review test plans, test procedures, test readiness reviews, and test reports for functional, environmental, and field tests
• Support in-house and field data collection activities including setup and operation of data acquisition systems, accelerometers, strain gauges, high speed cameras, and other test instrumentation
• Support test activities including product installation, integration, test, data acquisition, and analysis
• Perform preliminary “quick look” analysis and provide post-test debriefs to engineering team and customers
• Coordinate with appropriate program, engineering, and external organizations during test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting phases
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and have good organizational skills
• 10 - 20% Travel
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 2+ years related experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in system-level and mechanical structure testing for defense or aerospace programs
• Familiarity with MIL-STD standards (MIL-STD-810 or SMC-S-016)
• Knowledge and/or experience using electrical/mechanical test instrumentation is a plus
• Active Secret clearance required; eligibility for SAP clearance is required. Top Secret clearance preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and have good organizational skills

How We Care

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 2+ years related experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in system-level and mechanical structure testing for defense or aerospace programs
• Familiarity with MIL-STD standards (MIL-STD-810 or SMC-S-016)
• Knowledge and/or experience using electrical/mechanical test instrumentation is a plus
• Active Secret clearance required; eligibility for SAP clearance is required. Top Secret clearance preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and have good organizational skills

How We Care

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.