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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Assembly Integration & Test (AI&T) Engineer III - **Company:** Sierra Space - **Location:** Louisville, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,694.0 - $154,975.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), LabVIEW, MATLAB, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, Teststand, Test Scripts - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9052319/assembly-integration-test-ait-engineer-iii ## About the Role * Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience). * Typically 5+ years of related experience. * The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required * General expertise in one area of test engineering principles and practices (dynamics, thermal, measurement, HSI, SW Test, Integration, etc.). * Ability to effectively work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams. * Experience with requirements management, system design, and systems integration. * Experience planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities. * Ability to read/interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical troubleshooting techniques. * General expertise with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies., * Proficiency with advanced engineering software tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or TestStand for testing and validation. * Experience with environmental testing equipment such as thermal chambers, vibration tables, and data acquisition systems. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. * Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineering. * Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering. * Strong leadership and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams and lead initiatives. * Excellent communication skills to clearly and effectively convey complex technical information to diverse audiences. * Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to technical challenges. * Experience in representing the organization to external stakeholders, such as suppliers, partners, and industry bodies. ## Description As an Assembly Integration & Test (AI&T) Engineer III at Sierra Space, you will leverage your extensive experience and general expertise in specific areas of test engineering to lead and contribute to advanced testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. You will work under general direction to independently develop approaches to solve technical problems and provide guidance to less experienced engineers. Representing Test Engineering, you will play a critical role in requirements management, system design, and the execution of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities., * Lead and execute complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports to demonstrate compliance with system requirements * Apply expertise in specific areas of test engineering principles and practices, such as dynamics, thermal, measurement, HSI, software testing, and integration, to solve broad technical problems * Work effectively in multi-disciplinary design and development teams, providing guidance and direction to less experienced engineers while independently determining and developing approaches to testing solutions under general direction * Represent Test Engineering in requirements management, system design, and systems integration, ensuring effective system performance and validation, as well as in the planning, conducting, and documenting of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities * Handle the generation and disposition of test-related product non-conformances while adhering to quality assurance principles * Read and interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and apply logical troubleshooting techniques to resolve complex testing issues * Utilize various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to support validation efforts and ensure the quality of aerospace systems and components * Prepare and document detailed technical data, reports, and analyses to support engineering initiatives and project decision-making * Communicate technical concepts and information clearly to team members, senior engineers, and stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and successful project outcomes. ## Related Videos - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) - [AI as a Test Designer: Transforming Experience into Automated Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1984-ai-as-a-test-designer-transforming-experience-into-automated-testing) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Vienna](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/292-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-vienna)