Structures Test & Evaluation Instrumentation Engineer (Experienced or Senior)
Core
Develops and operates instrumentation, test control, and data acquisition hardware/software for structural and mechanical testing of aircraft components and full-scale airframes.
Role type
Senior IC structures test instrumentation engineer
Builds
Test hardware, software, and systems for static and fatigue testing of military and commercial aircraft
Domain
Aerospace engineering / Structural testing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PID control theory, data acquisition systems, sensor instrumentation (strain gages, accelerometers, transducers), test hardware design, electrical schematics, troubleshooting instrumentation systems, test data analysis, 3D parametric design
Preferred skills
Servo-hydraulic control systems, MTS AeroPro, Moog Integrated Test Suite, hydraulic control software, instrumentation mechanical installation design, transducerization of hardware
Technologies
Microsoft Visio, MTS AeroPro, Moog Integrated Test Suite
Responsibilities
Operates test control and data acquisition systems during structural and mechanical test operations; Designs test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements; Architects, Designs, Develops, and Documents instrumentation and test control systems; Generates electrical schematics; Coordinates control system design, fabrication, integration, modification, setup, checkout and teardown; Troubleshoots and resolves instrumentation system, transducer, and test-related problems; Analyzes, reviews and validates test data to ensure test instrumentation hardware and software readiness; Conducts research in test technologies to improve efficiency and capability; Mentors less experienced team members
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
