Test Engineer, Space Systems – Onsite in San Diego

0904 SP - Space Components; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a Test Engineer (Level 2 or Level 3) to join the MEP Team in San Diego, CA. You will define test parameters, execute testing, compile data, and report results for spaceflight hardware.

This onsite role requires a STEM degree with 2+ years (Level 2) or 5+ years (Level 3) in aerospace, US citizenship, and a collaborative mindset to work with Design, Tooling, and Manufacturing teams. Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 2 years aerospace experience.
• Experience with space composite materials, adhesives and construction.
• Experience handling and testing hardware.
• Experience with test instrumentation (strain, load, temperature) and data acquisition.
• Ability to interpret specs, SOWs and drawings.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Create test plans and procedures from requirements.
• Oversee test lab and technicians to follow procedures.
• Collaborate with Design to model test fixtures.
• Plan labor, schedule and equipment for testing.
• Oversee assembly/validation of fixtures.
• Perform static load tests and document results.
• Present at TRRs and prepare materials.
• Communicate with management and customers during tests.
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Multitasking

Prioritization

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

Instron/MTS load frames

CAD/PLM systems (Siemens NX, Teamcenter)

Test instrumentation & data acquisition

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a Test Engineer (Level 2 or Level 3) to join the MEP Team in San Diego, CA. You will define test parameters, execute testing, compile data, and report results for spaceflight hardware.

This onsite role requires a STEM degree with 2+ years (Level 2) or 5+ years (Level 3) in aerospace, US citizenship, and a collaborative mindset to work with Design, Tooling, and Manufacturing teams. Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive rewards package.