Principal Test Engineer (Clearance Required) Verified today

About the Role

As a Principal Test Engineer at Sierra Space, you will lead complex testing and validation projects. You will design test strategies and frameworks, apply advanced technical principles, and lead cross-functional teams. Your role will involve mentoring other engineers and driving continuous improvement across the enterprise's testing functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute advanced and complex test plans, test procedures, and test reports to demonstrate compliance with system requirements.
• Design and implement advanced test strategies and frameworks, integrating strong analytical skills and knowledge of automated testing tools.
• Develop and use programming skills for test script development to ensure robust and efficient testing processes.
• Apply increasingly advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts in the execution of Test Engineering functions.
• Advance the capabilities and efficiencies of the testing function across the enterprise through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize and refine various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to support validation efforts and ensure the quality of aerospace systems and components.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the pursuit of continuous improvement, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Apply strong troubleshooting skills to solve complex testing problems, ensuring system integrity and performance.
• Frequently mentor other engineers, providing guidance and support to enhance their technical skills and professional development.
• Prepare and document detailed technical data, reports, and analyses to support engineering initiatives and project decision-making.
• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts and information to team members, senior engineers, and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree, or Master's plus 10 years experience).
• Typically 12+ years of related experience.
• Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.
• Advanced knowledge in multiple areas of test engineering principles and practices (dynamics, thermal, measurement, HSI, SW Test, Integration, etc.).
• Expertise in designing test strategies and frameworks, strong analytical skills, knowledge of automated testing tools, and programming skills for test script development.
• Experience applying increasing degrees of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts in the execution of Test Engineering job functions.
• Proficient in various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and solve complex testing problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with advanced engineering software tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or TestStand for testing and validation.
• Experience with environmental testing equipment such as thermal chambers, vibration tables, and data acquisition systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-complexity tasks and priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineering.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams and lead initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills to clearly and effectively convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of successful technical leadership and ownership of high-impact projects from concept through completion.

Compensation

Pay Range: $160,951.00 - $221,328.25

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%; life insurance; 3 weeks paid time off.

Clearance and Eligibility

This position requires an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.