Lead Test Engineer

Summary

Join Mach Industries as a Lead Test Engineer to design and implement state-of-the-art testing solutions for next-generation autonomous vehicles. This role involves developing automated test systems, leading the entire testing lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical engineering or other related fields
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical, structural, propulsion, fluid systems, flight hardware, or test operations
• Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous environments with aggressive timelines
• High levels of autonomy, self-motivation, and problem-solving ability
• Knowledge of hazardous systems (high pressure, cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, pyrophoric)
• Strong familiarity with instrumentation and control systems (e.g., PLCs, high-speed data acquisition, pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, solenoid valves)
• Proficiency in data analytics using code-based tools (Python, R, MATLAB, NI LabVIEW)
• Demonstrated experience in root cause and failure analysis
• Experience writing and optimizing high risk technical procedures and work instructions
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, including manuals, data reports, schematics, and design specifications
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

• Develop automated test systems for design characterization and validation
• Lead the end-to-end technical testing process, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance
• Provide real-time support for technicians during test operations
• Conduct real-time and post-test data reviews to evaluate the performance of test articles and systems (fluid, structural, thermal, electrical)
• Document test results and recommend areas for upgrades or improvements
• Create detailed test cases and operating procedures for test systems
• Identify and mitigate system pitfalls and potential hazards, collaborating with design engineers to improve flight hardware and processes
• Serve as the safety authority, ensuring all operations are conducted in a secure and compliant manner

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Work in environments with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Occasional work in extreme outdoor conditions (heat, cold, rain)

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Opportunities for professional development