Mechanical Test Engineer

at  Belcan

An Mechanical Test Engineer job in Kent, WA is currently available at Belcan. This is a full-time direct position with benefits. To be considered, you will need a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or a similar discipline. In this job, you will be part of a team of diverse mechanical, electrical, and software engineers and technicians. You will be responsible for supporting test campaigns on mechanical flight hardware. You will follow work order instructions to assemble and test according to engineering instructions, determine root cause for failures in test, as needed, and identify and execute opportunities for operational improvements. This hands-on position requires experience in working with mechanical components, preferably including fluids/pneumatics and hydraulic systems.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS or MS degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or a similar discipline with a minimum of 2 years of experience with hardware development, integration, systems engineering and/or testing experience
• 2 or more years” experience with mechanical component testing, preferably fluids/pneumatics and hydraulic systems
• Ability to utilize test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, solenoid valves, power supplies
• Hands-on experience developing and executing work instructions
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills regarding technical subjects
• Due to the nature of the work, you must be U.S. Citizen

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Highly enthusiastic, self-starter that is team oriented and has excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be comfortable working with and presenting complex technical information cross-functionally in a team environment as well as individually
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and product specifications is highly desirable
• Willing to work extended shifts as needed to support Testing schedule.
• Experience with Environmental Testing (proof, leak, vibration, thermal, etc.) per SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-1540 or MIL-STD-810
• Basic understanding of fluid components such as valves, regulators, actuators, servo-valves, seals, and fittings
• Familiarity with precision clean hardware and systems
• Experience with flight and safety-critical hardware
• Proficiency configuring and troubleshooting test equipment/setups
• Proficient in using Windchill or similar Data Management System

• Author and maintain detailed test procedures, perform test readiness reviews and pre-test briefings, and conduct data reviews to verify the success of the test campaigns
• Identify test requirements with Operations Engineers to incorporate tests into the appropriate test stands and coordinate those requirements to technicians to execute the procedures you author
• Identify the test fixtures, test support equipment, and data acquisition systems necessary to execute the testing scope and work with tooling and equipment designers as necessary to design and procure this hardware
• Drive efficiency gains in testing activities in order to increase testing throughput while maintaining a high standard of quality and prioritizing the safety of you and your teammates above all else
• Interact with and lead Technicians, Quality Engineers, Responsible Engineers, and Lab Management personnel to generate engineering solutions to complex verification/test problems