Test Engineer

Test Engineer at Hansell Tierney

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Location: Seattle, WA

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• Develop test designs, procedures, and documentation for development, qualification, and acceptance testing based on system-level requirements.
• Build, integrate, and operate test racks incorporating power supplies, data acquisition, communications, sensors, and control logic.
• Coordinate commissioning of complex hardware systems both in-house and at external test facilities.
• Plan and execute test activities while maintaining schedule alignment with broader program milestones.
• Witness and review supplier acceptance testing and associated documentation.
• Troubleshoot test issues in real time and support resolution of non-conformances.
• Coordinate design, assembly, and commissioning of test and support equipment with internal teams and external partners.
• Perform test data analysis and generate clear, thorough test reports.
• Support continuous improvement of test processes, tooling, and documentation.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant test engineering experience.
• Experience working with system requirements, verification, and validation activities.
• Familiarity with environmental testing methods such as vibration, shock, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum, leak testing, and EMI/EMC.
• Working knowledge of control systems and test software (e.g., LabVIEW or similar).
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical and electrical test equipment, tooling, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Experience operating under formal quality systems (AS9100, NQA‑style environments, ISO, or similar).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in aerospace, energy, nuclear, or other high‑reliability industries.
• Prior work supporting supplier or third‑party test facilities.
• Experience commissioning new test equipment or facilities.
• Background in both electrical and mechanical test environments.

Compensation for this role is expected to fall within a range of approximately $125,000 to $185,000 annually
, with final leveling and pay determined based on a combination of factors.

• Long‑term incentive or equity participation.
• Flexible paid time off program.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Extended paid parental and family leave.
• Annual wellness and home office support allowances.
• Commuter or transit‑related benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Relocation support, if applicable.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Energy Technology and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing