Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Title:

Test Engineer

The Test Engineer plays a crucial role in a dynamic, hands‑on environment, supporting the operations team by providing technical support for production. The role includes designing and building new electro‑mechanical test equipment for new products, maintaining, repairing, planning for obsolescence, and continuously improving existing test equipment with a strategic focus on automation where applicable.

• Develop a thorough understanding of the company's products and all test requirements, focusing on rotary actuators, hydraulic valves, and pressure and temperature switches.
• Design, develop, and build new automated electro‑mechanical manufacturing and production test equipment for in‑house use.
• Create electrical schematics/2D electrical drawings, specify and purchase all components and materials, find reliable vendors to assist, and write software to design and develop automated test equipment.
• Modify existing test equipment hardware and/or software to accommodate new or changed requirements.
• Service, maintain, and repair test equipment, upgrading or replacing old/obsolete systems as necessary.
• Write comprehensive statements‑of‑work and evaluate/select vendors for test equipment development and fabrication.
• Work on electrical panels/controllers/circuit boards of high‑pressure pneumatic and hydraulic systems (up to 10,000 PSI).
• Handle test equipment that operates at high temperatures (up to 600° F).
• Write and perform test system validation and calibration procedures to AS9100 requirements.
• Maintain test system documentation to AS9100 requirements.
• Ensure a safe environment at all times.

• Proficiency in test development, test planning, mechanical testing, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with mechanical test fixtures, hydraulics, pneumatics, test procedures, and test equipment.
• Ability to perform validation and mechanical tasks effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with creating test plans, test development, and writing test procedures.
• Experience with test validation and setup.
• At least 3 years of experience in aerospace testing and development.

The Test Engineer will work on the manufacturing floor, reporting daily to a lead test engineer, a test scheduler, and a test technician. Standard work hours begin at 7 am, with some flexibility if needed. This is a 6‑month contract expected to be extended, with potential opportunities for a full‑time position if available.

Contract position based out of Valencia, CA.

Pay range: $52.88 – $60.10 per hour. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical illness, accident and hospital
• 401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health spending account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Time off / leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave)

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.