Test Engineer

Test Engineer

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Test Engineer to work at our Picatinny Arsenal, NJ site. A Test Engineer is a creative and driven individual who is passionate about advancing propulsion technology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in experimental research and a desire to work on challenging and innovative projects. As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and testing sub-scale propulsion components to capture combustion physics-based properties.

You will work closely with a team of engineers and researchers to develop and execute test plans, analyze data, and report findings.

• Design, build, and test sub-scale propulsion components to capture combustion physics-based properties.
• Develop and execute test plans, including the selection of appropriate instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, draw conclusions, and make recommendations for future research.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations to both internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers and researchers to design and develop new test rigs and experimental techniques.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.
• Ensure a safe and efficient test environment by following all safety protocols and procedures.

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or a closely related field.
• A solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and combustion principles.
• Hands-on experience with experimental setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as MATLAB or Python.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• US Citizenship required.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.