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Test Engineer - Aerospace - Boston, MA
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An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.
$128,361 / year median in Massachusetts
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Work on cutting-edge space hardware Strong compensation & excellent benefits About Our Client Our client develops advanced technologies that help enable the next generation of space missions. They work on highly engineered products designed to operate reliably in challenging on-orbit environments. Job Description This Test Engineer will be responsible for: Developing robust test plans, verification strategies, and validation activities. Creating and maintaining test procedures for multiple test environments. Supporting aerospace, environmental, vacuum, and research testing programs. Operating test equipment and collecting performance data. Troubleshooting hardware, systems, and test-related issues. Supporting test station build-up, calibration, maintenance, and equipment procurement. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant A Successful Test Engineer will have: 8+ years of testing or hardware validation experience. Experience testing hardware products in aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries. Hands-on experience within laboratory or clean room environments. Experience with environmental or qualification testing. Proficiency using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and related lab equipment. Experience developing test procedures and documentation. Familiarity with ESD-sensitive hardware and quality processes. Spaceflight hardware, vacuum chamber, or aerospace testing experience preferred What's on Offer Base salary dependant on experience Unmetered vacation plus paid holidays and sick time. Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with strong employer contribution. 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match. Life insurance coverage. Short-term and long-term disability benefits. Opportunity to contribute directly to next-generation space technologies.