Test Engineer II - Test Director; Clearance Required

About the Role

As a Test Engineer II at Sierra Space, you will utilize your knowledge and experience to contribute to the testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. You will participate in the planning, execution, and documentation of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities. This role requires strong knowledge of engineering principles and the ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams to solve technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.

• Developing, scheduling, executing, and documenting test events to Verify and Validate (V&V) aerospace systems and components.
• Develop products such as test plans, procedures, and scripts to support test execution.
• Identify and define necessary test support equipment.
• Generate test execution reports to show traceability of V&V.
• Ensure compliance with system requirements through V&V activities.
• Apply strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices throughout the test planning and execution phase.
• Apply logical troubleshooting techniques and documentation to resolve testing issues.
• Effectively coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams to design and develop appropriate test products.
• Prepare preliminary cost and schedule estimates for test activities.
• Manage adherence to program budgets/schedule throughout test development and execution phases.
• Identify and elevate test development or execution schedule risks.
• Create and present information effectively to team members and senior engineers.
• Identify process gaps and work to implement solutions.

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
• Typically 2+ years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of Product and Quality Assurance principles and experience with generation and disposition of product non-conformances.
• Ability to read/interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical troubleshooting techniques.
• Basic experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies.
• Exposure to and execution of complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports to demonstrate compliance with system requirements.

• Familiar with Jira.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project or similar planning tools.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and apply new concepts in test engineering.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross‑functional teams.
• Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities with focus on practical technical solutions.
• Ability to balance technical excellence with cost and schedule considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence peers while maintaining collaborative relationships.
• Strategic thinking to evaluate both short and long‑term impacts of decisions.
• Good judgment about when to elevate issues versus resolving independently.
• Ability to maintain productive working relationships under pressure.
• Confidence to advocate for an approach while remaining open to alternative perspectives.
• Self‑awareness to recognize experience shortcomings when formulating a solution and comfort to seek answers from those with more experience.

Pay Range: $91,158.00 – $. Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

This position requires a current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required as the position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non‑U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

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

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.