Test Engineer, Nuclear Systems & Validation (Equity)

Valar Atomics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Unlimited PTO

Free daily lunch and dinner onsite

PPE stipend

Career growth opportunities

Direct collaboration with engineers

Job summary

Valar Atomics is seeking a Test Engineer to design and build test stands, run campaigns, and translate data into evidence that proves hardware meets its design basis. You’ll test components and systems from development to commissioning on the first unit, then help establish repeatable acceptance testing for faster subsequent builds.

The role sits at the intersection of hardware, data, and compliance, requiring hands-on work with rigor and traceability in nuclear-grade environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of test engineering experience on hardware.
• Experience designing and building test stands or fixtures.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, sensors, instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of Python, MATLAB, SQL, or similar tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain test stands for performance, reliability, endurance and qualification testing.
• Develop test plans and procedures with design engineers and the V&V team.
• Run tests, monitor live data, and capture meaningful results.
• Set up data acquisition systems including remote capability.
• Integrate test data with SCADA/historian systems.
• Prepare clear test reports and present results to regulators.

Skills

Test engineering

Test stand design

Data analysis

Python

MATLAB

SQL

Troubleshooting

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Valar Atomics is seeking a Test Engineer to design and build test stands, run campaigns, and translate data into evidence that proves hardware meets its design basis. You’ll test components and systems from development to commissioning on the first unit, then help establish repeatable acceptance testing for faster subsequent builds.

The role sits at the intersection of hardware, data, and compliance, requiring hands-on work with rigor and traceability in nuclear-grade environments.