Development Test Engineer

Development Test Engineer Location:

Indianapolis, New York, Miami

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD.

(

NASDAQ:

FTAI) FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI's propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation. FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Test Engineer will support the development and validation of hardware systems by planning and executing tests, building test setups, analyzing data, and collaborating closely with design teams. This role is hands‑on and focused on ensuring product performance, reliability, and compliance through rigorous testing and clear documentation. Key Responsibilities Develop test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria for component and system-level testing Design and build test fixtures, rigs, and instrumentation setups Execute functional, structural, environmental, and performance tests Acquire, process, and analyze test data; produce clear engineering reports Identify and troubleshoot anomalies; correlate results with analytical predictions Work closely with design engineers to close the loop between test results and design updates Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory test requirements Maintain test equipment, calibration records, and laboratory documentation Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering 5+ years of experience in hardware testing or experimental engineering Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems (Lab

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DAQ, or equivalent) Proficiency in data analysis tools (MATLAB, Python, or Excel) Strong understanding of sensors, instrumentation, and signal conditioning Ability to read engineering drawings and understand tolerance/specification requirements Preferred Qualifications Experience with high-pressure, high-temperature, or high-speed test environments Familiarity with DOE (Design of Experiments) methodologies Knowledge of applicable standards (MIL-STD, DO-160, SAE) Experience with gas turbine engine or gas turbine rig testing