Test Engineer, Lead

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Santa Clarita, CAJob$109–145K/yrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$109–145K/yr
Location
Santa Clarita, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is hiring a Test Engineer, Lead. The company seeks a Test Engineer, Lead to join its Santa Clarita team, designing, developing, and implementing cost‑effective testing and troubleshooting methods for systems and equipment, preparing test programs and equipment, and creating specifications and procedures for new products while assisting with labor and schedule planning.

Key focus areas include Perform moderately complex tasks related to testing manufactured products., Develop test plans and conduct testing activities, including formal qualification, on systems and subsystems to meet program requirements., and Use test procedures, investigate and analyze test failures, recommending corrective action as appropriate..

Important skills include Test Planning, Test Development, Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, Mechanical Troubleshooting, and Software Troubleshooting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Test PlanningTest DevelopmentTroubleshootingElectrical TroubleshootingMechanical TroubleshootingSoftware TroubleshootingTest Equipment DesignTest Procedures DevelopmentTest Report WritingTechnical DocumentationInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationOral CommunicationAerospace and Defense Industry KnowledgeAbility to Work Under Pressure

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering7+ Years Related Experience

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance

Full job description

Test Engineer, Lead - Onsite Position

We have an opportunity for a T est Engineer, Lead to join our team in Santa Clarita, CA

As our Test Engineer, Lead you will design, develop, and implement cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems and equipment. You will prepare test and diagnostic programs, design test equipment, and complete specifications and procedures for new products. Also provide assistance with planning of labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating manufactured products. Performs product testing or formal qualification activities and generates related documentation.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA - Onsite

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

Salary Range: $108,900.00 - $145,200.00 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge:

  • Perform moderately complex tasks related to testing manufactured products.

  • Develop test plans and conduct testing activities, including formal qualification, on complex systems and subsystems to meet program requirements.

  • Use test procedures, investigate and analyze test failures, recommending corrective action as appropriate.

  • Assist systems engineers with development of test specifications, methods and procedures.

  • Prepare product verification documentation and technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to a wide variety of technical problems.

  • Develops proposal inputs related to product testing or test equipment and present them to department and program personnel.

  • Assist with required maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrading, or new development of automated test equipment in support of manufacturing operations.

  • Create test equipment technical data package, including design documentation, drawings, and technical manuals

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field with minimum 7 years of related experience

  • Ability to deliver urgent attention and responsive problem solving

  • Knowledge of aerospace and defense industry requirements and demands

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure of schedule and technical constraints

  • Expertise with electrical, mechanical, or software troubleshooting to determine problems

  • Experience testing complex systems and writing test reports

  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral skills

Who We Are

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

The Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions facility in Santa Clarita, California is the center of excellence for hardware level system integration and advanced package design.

Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution.

For more information visit: Santa Clarita, California | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com) (https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about/company/locations/santa-clarita)

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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team ([email protected]) and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([email protected])

For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([email protected]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.

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