Test Engineer at PTI Technologies in Oxnard, CA, USA

Job description

• Test Engineer will perform testing related to development or production of new products and/or modifications to existing products. Develops test procedures and prepares test reports reflecting personal analysis of test results. Designs test devices as required to conduct tests and develop related documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop test procedures and perform tests according to specifications and customer requirements.
• Organize and prepare test reports and reviews test data.
• Evaluate mechanical and electrical requirements, design and customer specifications and other data necessary to establish criteria for the development of tests within the overall capability of existing facilities and technology.
• Consult with supervisor concerning schedules and workload and maintains communication with assigned group to assure positive direction and control.
• Prepare reports for supervisor pertaining to progress, schedules, workload and proposed improvements or recommendations.
• Operate all types of mechanical and electronic test equipment and instrumentation to perform tasks.
• Design test fixtures and electrical devices required for tests.
• Write programs for performing tests and analysis of test data collected.
• Prepare pricing quotes and proposals (performs specification reviews and failure analysis as required).
• Maintain and manage test equipment and test schedule.
• Lead the troubleshooting effort to resolve test discrepancies.
• Develop test procedures and prepare test reports reflecting personal analysis of test results.
• Support other areas as need.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or similar field.
• General knowledge of electro/mechanical theory and working knowledge of testing practices and procedures
• Strong knowledge and experience with aerospace product development efforts
• Hands-on experience with integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test
• Experience in technical writing
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with different departments
• Working knowledge and skill in various types of hand and machine tool operation
• Knowledge of CAD (SolidWorks, Pro-E)
• Knowledge of programming (LabView, C++, VBA) and/or application development
• Working knowledge of MS Office products such as Excel, Word etc.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to learn and adapt to unfamiliar demands or requirements
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations and analysis
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Highly self-motivated and a willingness to make a difference
• Understanding of hydraulics and operation
• Understanding of electrical schematics and wiring
• Knowledge in MIL-STD, RTC, ISO etc.
• Proficient in high pressure plumbing and tube fitting

Skills

Required

• Experience in technical writing
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of CAD (SolidWorks, Pro-E)

Preferred

• Knowledge in MIL-STD, RTC, ISO etc.