Senior Test Engineer
Join Astro Mechanica as a Senior Test Engineer to design and improve test infrastructure for innovative jet engine systems.
Posted by employer 1 week ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 9 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Senior Test Engineer at Astro Mechanica is responsible for designing and operating test infrastructure for advanced jet engine systems, ensuring rigorous testing protocols are met. This role requires expertise in fluidic and mechanical systems, as well as proficiency in data acquisition and control software like Python and MATLAB. Ideal candidates will have over five years of hands-on experience and a proactive approach to continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. The position is part of a collaborative team focused on innovative aerospace solutions.
Joblaze insights
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Test Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Francisco.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Senior Test Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- Astro Mechanica is hiring for this position in San Francisco.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Labview, MATLAB, Python.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Astro Mechanica targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Test Engineer role at Astro Mechanica.
From the original posting
WHO YOU ARE:
Astro Mechanica is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who is capable of designing, fabricating, operating, and improving on complex mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems for conducting rigorous testing of our innovative jet engine and subsystems. Your work at Astro Mechanica will keep test operations running smoothly, while constantly expanding and improving test capabilities.
In this role, your mission will be to create and operate test infrastructure for hardware research and development. You will have firsthand responsibility that every new design is rigorously tested to ensure quality and performance metrics are met prior to aircraft integration before leaving the ground. You embody the test-like-you-fly philosophy.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Architect test stand design and documentation (engineering drawings, P&ID, electrical schematics, test procedures) for testing components to integrated systems
Maintain test facility operations and maintenance, troubleshoot problems, site cleanliness
Implement robust data and video recording infrastructure
Analyze data for equipment activation, calibration, and operation
Diagnose stand problems efficiently and perform corrective actions
Continually improve facility capabilities to increase test throughput and reliability
Harness assembly (crimping/soldering terminals, cable lacing, troubleshooting)
Operate manual machine shop equipment (drills, cutting tools, mills, lathes)
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
5+ years hands-on experience with fluidic and mechanical systems, test operations
Experience with hazardous environments (flammables, high voltage, pressurized systems) and safety mitigations
Knowledge of fluid systems hardware and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, load cells, relays, solenoids, pneumatics)
Familiarity with data acquisition and control systems, PLC hardware, computer networking, and software interfaces
Proficiency with PLC and data processing software (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
Takes initiative for continuous improvement (not just completing assigned tasks)
Flexibility to work in fast-paced environment
Attentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality in all work
PERKS & BENEFITS:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
Flexible work environment
Company-funded perks, including weekly team lunches and Astro Mechanica swag
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