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# Senior Test Engineer

- **Company:** Astro Mechanica
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Computer Networks, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, MATLAB, Systems Development Life Cycle, Video Encoding, Data Processing
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-test-engineer-san-francisco-ca--f1ce336d-3f5b-4aa4-9a31-bf68d0f5e5c1

## About the Role

Testing, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Quality Metrics, Scalable System Development, High Reliability, Electricity, Testing, Mechanical Testing, Philosophy, * 5+ years hands-on experience with fluidic and mechanical systems, test operations

 * Experience with hazardous environments (flammables, high voltage, pressurized systems) and safety mitigations
 * Knowledge of fluid systems hardware and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, load cells, relays, solenoids, pneumatics)
 * Familiarity with data acquisition and control systems, PLC hardware, computer networking, and software interfaces
 * Proficiency with PLC and data processing software (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
 * Takes initiative for continuous improvement (not just completing assigned tasks)
 * Flexibility to work in fast-paced environment
 * Attentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality in all work

## Description

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who is capable of designing, fabricating, operating, and improving on complex mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems for conducting rigorous testing of our innovative jet engine and subsystems. Your work at Astro Mechanica will keep test operations running smoothly, while constantly expanding and improving test capabilities.

In this role, your mission will be to create and operate test infrastructure for hardware research and development. You will have firsthand responsibility that every new design is rigorously tested to ensure quality and performance metrics are met prior to aircraft integration before leaving the ground. You embody the test-like-you-fly philosophy.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

 * Architect test stand design and documentation (engineering drawings, P&ID, electrical schematics, test procedures) for testing components to integrated systems
 * Maintain test facility operations and maintenance, troubleshoot problems, site cleanliness
 * Implement robust data and video recording infrastructure
 * Analyze data for equipment activation, calibration, and operation
 * Diagnose stand problems efficiently and perform corrective actions
 * Continually improve facility capabilities to increase test throughput and reliability
 * Harness assembly (crimping/soldering terminals, cable lacing, troubleshooting)
 * Operate manual machine shop equipment (drills, cutting tools, mills, lathes)