Test Engineer III

Seeking a Test Engineer to support the testing, verification, and validation of advanced aerospace and defense systems. In this role, you will simulate, test, certify, and improve cutting-edge products ranging from mission payloads and electronic systems to highly integrated aircraft and space exploration technologies. Responsibilities: · Develop complex test plans and procedures to verify and validate product requirements. · Execute system- and component-level testing using industry-standard test tools. · Support testing throughout the entire product lifecycle, from development through certification. · Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to test new products and systems. · Develop and improve test processes to increase efficiency, reliability, and product quality. Physical Requirements, Working Conditions & Safety Requirements · Frequently walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs and steps. · Frequently repeat the same hand, arm, and finger motion many times, including finger and hand dexterity. · Rarely lift or carry up to 25 lbs. · Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.), fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials, and loud noises. · Responsible for the safety or security of people or property. · Inspects structures, equipment, or vehicles.

· Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering or other related discipline and typically 5 or more years of experience · Knowledge of engineering principles and practices. · Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams. · Knowledge of requirements management, system design, and systems integration. · Experience with planning, conducting and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities. · ***Must have an active U.S. Government Secret clearance · Systems Integration Engineering Principles & Practices | Multi-Disciplinary Design & Development | Requirements Management | System Design Preferred: · Experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to include manual and automated testing. · Ability to prepare complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports in order to demonstrate compliance to system requirements. · Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and experienced in generation and disposition of product non-conformances. · Experience performing certification testing for various certification organizations. (i.e. FAA, NASA, DoD) · Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques. · Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry. Additional: Verification & Validation (V&V) Activities | Testing Equipment | Testing Standards | Testing Methodologies | Manual Testing | Automated Testing | Test Plan Preparation | Test Procedure Preparation | Test Report Preparation | Product & Quality Assurance Principles | Generation & Disposition of Product Non-Conformances | Certification Testing for FAA | Certification Testing for NASA | Certification Testing for DoD | Reading Schematics | Using Service Manuals | Following Test Procedures | Logical Troubleshooting Techniques Mgr Notes:

• Performing ground and flight tests (avg 5-8 a month)
• Level 2: 2+ years of aeronautical experience; test experience not required, but Secret clearance required
• Level 3: 6+ years of experience; test experience and Secret clearance required
• As test conductors: Brief flight crew, determine test points, establish test sequence/order, and collect data from control room located on aircraft (aircraft capacity 400+)
• Will have the opportunity to fly with pilots from school graduate program
• Airborne testing expected 1-2 a month
• Can participate in flight testing as long as they successfully pass required flying class level 3 qualifications

Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. We consider several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.