Test Engineer
The entry-level Test Engineer at Confidential Client supports commercial and military engine test readiness, setup, and execution under senior engineer guidance. The role involves coordinating test activities, preparing test documentation, performing inspections, data review, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of test campaigns. This position offers strong mentorship to develop core test engineering skills within a regulated aerospace environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Join the Product Validation team supporting commercial and military development engine test readiness, setup, and execution. This entry-level Test Engineer role is hands-on and mentorship-driven — you’ll support test card execution, prepare test setups, perform inspections, log and review data, and deliver test artifacts that help the program meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets.
- Assist with test readiness: setup, instrumentation checks, and pre-test inspections under guidance.
- Prepare and update test cards, procedures, and checklists; track changes and approvals.
- Support day-of-test execution: monitor steps, log data, and communicate status to the Test Director.
- Perform basic data review; compile results, plots, and summaries for internal customers.
- Coordinate with Systems and Evaluation Engineering to clarify requirements and integrate them into test plans.
- Help maintain test schedules, track hardware needs, and support asset/rig readiness.
- Capture lessons learned, support corrective actions, and share knowledge across engine owners.
- Participate in priority meetings, tollgate reviews, and readiness checks; follow documented TSE processes.
- Support budget and schedule inputs by providing estimates and status; learn finance and scheduling tools.
- Maintain clear, professional communication with program customers and cross-functional partners.
- Prioritize safety and compliance; promptly escalate risks and follow standard work.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
- Internship, co-op, project work, or lab experience related to testing, instrumentation, or data analysis is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. This role does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information; employment is contingent on meeting U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Preferred / Helpful Experience
- Exposure to engine or rig testing, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
- Familiarity with finance and scheduling tools (e.g., Open Plan, Clarity) and analytics/visualization tools (Spotfire or similar).
- Basic project coordination skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with supervision.
- Strong written and verbal communication, teamwork, and a learning mindset.
- Experience working with DoD or commercial customers is a plus.
- Awareness of lean/continuous improvement concepts and standard work.
- Ability to obtain DoD Security Clearance (Secret or higher) is desirable.
Location, Employment Type & Logistics
- Location: Evendale, OH (on-site)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Relocation assistance: Yes
- Note: Any offer is contingent on successful completion of required screenings (e.g., drug screen where applicable) and the ability to meet export-control / U.S. Person requirements.
Why Apply
- Gain hands-on engine test experience with a structured mentorship program.
- Build core test engineering skills across safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Work on high-visibility programs with cross-functional teams and opportunities for career growth.
- Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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