Senior Environmental Testing Engineer
An advanced aerospace technology organization is seeking a Senior Environmental Testing Engineer to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of environmental test campaigns supporting the development of next-generation aerospace systems. This role is critical to validating system performance, reliability, and safety across demanding operational environments, including high-altitude conditions.
The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader responsible for translating system-level requirements into comprehensive environmental test programs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring test readiness, execution, and reporting in alignment with internal and external standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the design, planning, and execution of environmental test campaigns, including thermal, altitude, vibration, humidity, and related environmental testing
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Translate system and subsystem requirements into clear test objectives, margins, procedures, and acceptance criteria
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Own environmental test programs from concept through execution, analysis, and final reporting
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Coordinate and lead test readiness reviews (TRRs) and support test execution activities
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Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional engineering teams, including systems, structures, avionics, and operations
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Manage and maintain environmental test infrastructure, including equipment specification, procurement, and vendor coordination
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Analyze test data, document results, and present findings and recommendations to engineering leadership
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Ensure testing aligns with applicable industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810 or equivalent) and internal quality expectations
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Identify technical risks, capability gaps, and improvement opportunities within test programs and infrastructure
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Test Engineering, or a related technical discipline
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5+ years of experience in environmental testing, including at least 3 years leading environmental test campaign development and execution for aerospace or other complex engineered systems
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Demonstrated experience designing and executing environmental test programs
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Strong understanding of environmental testing standards, methodologies, and best practices
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Proven ability to lead technically complex initiatives and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
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Experience managing test equipment, facilities, or environmental testing infrastructure
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Strong analytical, documentation, and technical communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
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Experience with high-altitude or extreme-environment testing
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Background supporting unmanned systems, aerospace platforms, or other advanced engineering programs
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Familiarity with FAA or other regulatory certification testing processes
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Experience working in startup, R&D, or rapid development engineering environments
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Experience with test automation, data acquisition systems, and advanced instrumentation
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