Test Systems Engineer — Electromechanical R&D Lab

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA seeks a Test Systems Specialist (Technical Specialist - Electromechanical III) to join the Propulsion Science Department. You will design test fixtures, configure data acquisition, and maintain precision measurement systems for propulsion research in an on-site lab environment.

You will work with scientists and engineers, install sensors, calibrate equipment, and support experimental runs with rigorous safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years in a hands-on technical, test, or operations environment.
• Experience with test electronics and data acquisition systems, including sensor wiring, control/communication systems, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to assemble and install pressurized fluid systems and mechanical components / test setups.
• Experience supporting test operations and familiarity with laboratory safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and build test fixtures, test setups, and test stands for experimental R&D environments.
• Configure data acquisition hardware (measurement modules, PLCs, instrumentation) and program data collection / control sequences.
• Install, calibrate, and configure sensors, transducers, thermocouples, and other measurement devices.
• Prepare laboratory equipment / systems for experimental runs and support test operations with scientists and engineers.
• Build, install, and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical control systems, including valves, regulators, pumps, hazardous high-pressure gas, and cryogenic systems.
• Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and facilities, maintain organized lab spaces, and perform general facility upkeep.

Skills

Test electronics

Data acquisition

Sensor wiring

Mechanical components

Lab safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

LabVIEW

DAQ systems

PLC programming

CAD software

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA seeks a Test Systems Specialist (Technical Specialist - Electromechanical III) to join the Propulsion Science Department. You will design test fixtures, configure data acquisition, and maintain precision measurement systems for propulsion research in an on-site lab environment.

You will work with scientists and engineers, install sensors, calibrate equipment, and support experimental runs with rigorous safety and quality standards.