Optical Test Engineer - Space Technologies

AeroVironment (AVAV)

Albuquerque, NM, United States
$112,500 - $159,600; not specified; medical, denta...
Optical test benches
Automated test equipment development
Spaceflight hardware testing
The Test Engineer is a key member of an integrated team operating in a very dynamic environment, working across engineering disciplines to define V&V statements, develop SW for automated tests, and provide overall systems support

Job Summary

  • The Test Engineer is a key member of an integrated team operating in a very dynamic environment, working across engineering disciplines to define V&V statements, develop SW for automated tests, and provide overall systems support.
  • The ideal candidate will have strong optics background as well as hands-on experience with optical tests, optical test benches, autocollimators, vibration tables, thermal chambers, thermal vacuum chambers, Cleanrooms, and spaceflight hardware.
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

The Test Engineer is a key member of an integrated team operating in a very dynamic environment, working across engineering disciplines to define V&V statements, develop SW for automated tests, and provide overall systems support.

Salary

$112,500 - $159,600; Not specified; medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Optical test benches
  • Automated test equipment development
  • Spaceflight hardware testing
  • Cleanroom environment experience
  • Signal processing experience

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Mission-obsessed culture
  • Redefining autonomous systems

Key Requirements

  • B.S. or higher in Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 8 years related experience
  • Proficiency in using optical test equipment
  • Familiarity with environmental test standards for space hardware
  • Experience in automated control and measurement systems
  • Experience in System design, Verification, and Validation
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR

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