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# Test Engineer I

- **Company:** Sierra Space
- **Location:** Louisville, KY, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $73,175.0 - $100,615.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Tools, Requirements Management, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Test Data
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/2093bee8-9a2b-4223-8124-d28c53c21cf5

## About the Role

* Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
 * Typically entry-level with 0 - 2 years of experience.
 * Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
 * Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams. Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from senior engineers.
 * Familiarity with requirements management, system design, and systems integration. Exposure to planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
 * Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and exposure to generation and disposition of product non-conformances.
 * Familiarity with schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques., * Proficiency with basic engineering software tools and applications related to testing and validation.
 * Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
 * Demonstrated eagerness to learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineering.
 * Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering.
 * Good teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
 * Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively convey basic technical information to diverse audiences.
 * Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to contribute to routine technical solutions.

## Description

As a Test Engineer I at Sierra Space, you will begin your career by contributing to the testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. This entry-level role provides an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge within a supportive team environment. You will assist in the planning, execution, and documentation of verification and validation activities, working closely with more experienced engineers and multi-disciplinary teams., * Assist in the planning, conducting, and documenting of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities for aerospace systems and components.

 * Develop a conceptual understanding of engineering principles and practices, applying them to support testing activities.
 * Collaborate with multi-disciplinary design and development teams, under the guidance of senior engineers, to ensure effective system integration and performance.
 * Utilize schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques to support testing activities and resolve routine technical problems.
 * Contribute to the generation and disposition of product non-conformances, ensuring adherence to Product and Quality Assurance principles.
 * Help develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope and complexity by leveraging familiarity with engineering and testing principles.
 * Follow instructions from senior engineers and work collaboratively within the team to achieve project goals and milestones.
 * Prepare and document test data, reports, and technical information to support project initiatives and team decision-making.
 * Communicate technical concepts and information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to team members and senior engineers.