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Winter 2027 Test & Evaluation Engineer Co-op

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)💼 Full-time💰 $32–$32🗓 2026-09-15 → 2026-09-26

Core

Conduct full system level, subsystem, simulation, ground, and flight testing for defense and aerospace products, including hardware and software validation.

Role type

Test & Evaluation Engineer Co-op

Builds

Defense systems, autonomous platforms, and flight operations

Domain

Defense technology, Aerospace, Autonomous systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Test planning and execution, Cross-functional collaboration, Data analysis, Issue tracking, Safety compliance, Documentation, Electronics troubleshooting, CAD modeling, PCB design, Simulation environment usage

Preferred skills

Programming (Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript), Linux command line, UAS regulations knowledge, Flight controller tuning (Pixhawk, Ardupilot, PX4), Aviation terminology, Rapid prototyping, 3D printing, Composite materials, Mission autonomy system development

Technologies

Lattice OS, Pixhawk, Ardupilot, PX4, Linux, C++, Python, Go, Java, JavaScript, CAD tools

Responsibilities

Participate in developmental testing, Plan and execute T&E of hardware and software, Track test issues and establish resolution priorities, Analyze test results and recommend enhancements, Conduct subsystem, ground, and flight testing at test ranges, Ensure safe operation of all test efforts

Seniority

Co-op, Undergraduate/Master's student

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