Test Engineer I Verified today

Sierra Space · Louisville, CO · Production · first seen 2026-10-13

About the Role

As a Test Engineer I at Sierra Space, you will begin your career by contributing to the testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. This entry-level role provides an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge within a supportive team environment. You will assist in the planning, execution, and documentation of verification and validation activities, working closely with more experienced engineers and multi-disciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the planning, conducting, and documenting of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities for aerospace systems and components.
  • Develop a conceptual understanding of engineering principles and practices, applying them to support testing activities.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary design and development teams, under the guidance of senior engineers, to ensure effective system integration and performance.
  • Utilize schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques to support testing activities and resolve routine technical problems.
  • Contribute to the generation and disposition of product non-conformances, ensuring adherence to Product and Quality Assurance principles.
  • Help develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope and complexity by leveraging familiarity with engineering and testing principles.
  • Follow instructions from senior engineers and work collaboratively within the team to achieve project goals and milestones.
  • Prepare and document test data, reports, and technical information to support project initiatives and team decision-making.
  • Communicate technical concepts and information clearly, both verbally and in writing, to team members and senior engineers.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
  • Entry-level with 0 to 2 years of experience.
  • Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
  • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams. Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from senior engineers.
  • Familiarity with requirements management, system design, and systems integration. Exposure to planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
  • Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and exposure to generation and disposition of product non-conformances.
  • Familiarity with schematics, service manuals, test procedures, and logical troubleshooting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency with basic engineering software tools and applications related to testing and validation.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
  • Demonstrated eagerness to learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineering.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering.
  • Good teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
  • Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively convey basic technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to contribute to routine technical solutions.

Compensation

Pay Range: $73,175.00 to $100,615.25

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.

Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Benefits

Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, and 3 weeks paid time off.