1d ago

Senior Test and Evaluation Engineer

Irvine, CA

$110k-$123.8k / year

full-timesenioraerospace

๐Ÿ›  Tech Stack

๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll lead test campaigns for electromechanical hardware on next-generation hybrid-electric aircraft, translating engineering questions into actionable data. You'll architect test infrastructure and partner with cross-functional teams to drive design improvement through fast iteration. This onsite role offers high ownership in a fast-paced startup environment.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Define and execute verification plans for actuators, motors, and propulsion subsystems.
  • Build and maintain test stands, fixtures, and instrumentation setups.
  • Analyze test data to drive design improvements and validate performance.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams on fast iteration cycles.

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • BS/MS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of aerospace or electromechanical test engineering experience.
  • Working fluency with DO-160 and familiarity with DO-254 principles.
  • Hands-on experience with sensors, DAQ systems, load cells, and vibration analysis.

โœจ Nice to Have

  • FAA certification exposure for manned systems.
  • Background in power electronics, propulsion components, or actuator systems.
  • Startup or rapid-development environment experience.

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Unlimited PTO
  • ๐Ÿฅ Health, vision, dental insurance
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ 401K with company match
  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ Equity participation

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
  2. 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
  3. 3Hiring Manager Interviewยท 45 min

๐Ÿšฉ Heads Up

  • Must be ITAR compliant (restricts non-US persons)
  • Onsite requirement may limit flexibility
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