Test Engineer Job at PDS, Washington DC

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  • PDS
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Senior Mechanical/Aerospace Test Engineer

Location: Onsite – Kent, WA

Type: Contract/CTH

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking Senior Mechanical Test Engineers to join our team in Kent, WA. If you’re passionate about spaceflight and thrive in high-pressure testing environments, this is your chance to contribute to innovative aerospace projects. This role requires hands-on experience with testing high-pressure systems, writing and running tests, and training technicians. Ideal candidates will bring expertise in aerospace or related industries and possess a strong production mindset focused on scaling operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform testing on high-pressure systems, including hydraulics, valves, pneumatics, and cryogenics.
  • Develop, document, and execute comprehensive test plans.
  • Train technicians on testing procedures and methodologies.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to scale production operations to meet manufacturing goals.
  • Utilize and operate testing software such as National Instruments, Dewesoft, Arduino, LabVIEW, or Test Stand.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • B.S. or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a relevant field.
  • 5+ years of experience in component testing and data analysis.
  • Exposure to high-pressure gas, cryogenic, actuated, or hydraulic systems.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and work ethic.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, across all organizational levels.
  • Ability to manage multiple project schedules simultaneously.
  • Must be a U.S. Person (citizen, green card holder, refugee, or granted asylum).

Preferred:

  • Industry experience in launch vehicles, satellites, aircraft, motorsports, or oil & gas.
  • Familiarity with fluid components like valves, actuators, and regulators.
  • Experience with sensors, instrumentation, data acquisition, and automation.
  • Knowledge of thermal and vibration testing, as well as designing test fixtures and tooling.

Job Tags

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