Test Engineer - Structural/Mechanical/Electrical

D.O.M. magazine; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, Kansas seeks a hardware/software test engineer to design, assemble, and maintain hydraulic, electrical and computer-based test systems. You will work from schematics and drawings, install instrumentation, calibrate and test equipment, and analyze data to verify proper operation.

Join a team-focused, deadline-driven environment supporting the development and commissioning of new test rigs for aerospace applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an ABET accredited university is required.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, construct, fabricate, assemble, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, diagnose, and maintain equipment (hydraulic, electrical, and computer-based).
• Perform tests using electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems.
• Support commissioning of new test equipment.
• Work from schematics, engineering drawings, and written/verbal instructions.
• Analyze data to verify instrumentation performance on installation.
• Calibrate and align test equipment as needed.
• Collaborate in a team environment and work independently when required.
• Follow safety procedures for potentially hazardous activities.

Skills

Test system assembly

Instrumentation installation

Reading schematics

Mechanical tooling

Computer systems

Hand and power tools

Education

ABET-accredited BS degree

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Job description

Company

Spirit AeroSystems

Category

Maintenance

Job Type

Permanent

City

State

Kansas

Country

United States

Overview

Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The companys core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the worlds premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.

ResponsibilitiesKey Accountabilities:

• Design, construct, fabricate, assemble, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, diagnose, and maintain equipment, components, devices, or systems (primarily hydraulic, electrical and computer based equipment)
• Perform a variety of tests utilizing electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and similar type systems and equipment
• Support commissioning of new test equipment
• Work with/from schematics, engineering drawings, written and/or verbal instructions
• Operate related equipment
• Analyse data to determine whether instrumentation is functioning correctly upon installation
• Perform calibration and alignment checks, planning, modifications, and replacements as required
• Work effectively and supportively in a team environment while being able to work independently with minimal oversight
• Work with potentially hazardous equipment or on potentially hazardous test activities, following all safety equipment and processes mandated for those activities to complete them safely
• Work directly with internal customers in a supportive and positive manner
• Work in dynamic and deadline driven environment

QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an ABET accredited university is required, with 5-8 years of relevant experience

Required Skills:

• Experience assembling mechanical/electrical/hydraulic test systems
• Experience working with mechanical/electrical/hydraulic test systems
• Experience working with computer systems
• Experience installing and working with instrumentation and test equipment
• Ability to work from drawings and schematics
• Ability to design and fabricate items required with minimal oversight
• Experience working with various hand, power and machine shop tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a test lab and/or flight test environment is a benefit
• Programming and PLC experience

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

• Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.