Dynamics Engineer – Environmental Test, Project Kuiper

Job Description

The Test Engineer role at Project Kuiper involves supporting both development and production testing of satellites and their subsystems, with a focus on dynamics testing. The position requires working closely with manufacturing engineers to construct detailed work instructions and processes for technicians performing test operations.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering, or equivalent
• 2+ years hands-on environmental test experience, vibration, shock, acoustic in compliance with MIL-STD-810, SMC-S-016, or MIL-STD-1540
• 2+ years working with Data Acquisition systems
• Familiar with installing test instrumentation

Responsibilities

• Operate test consoles and work with engineering and technician teams to conduct dynamic testing
• Review test plans and write work instructions for technicians to set up and execute testing
• Analyze post test data and write test reports of any non-compliant events
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for failure events
• Assess safe working conditions and write Job Hazard Analyses for work areas
• Establish and increase the efficiency of environmental test processes
• Establish production processes for 5S, FOD control, tool management, calibration procedures, and visual management of production tooling and equipment
• Enable production test autonomy by challenging requirements, simplifying work procedures, and automating actions

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)