Principal Environmental Qualification Test Engineer; Onsite
Listed on 2026-02-14
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineering, Systems Engineer
Location
US-OR-WILSONVILLE-594 ~ 27300 SW Parkway Ave ~ BLDG 594
Date PostedCountryUnited States of America
Position Role TypeOnsite
Citizenship RequirementU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security ClearanceNone/Not Required
OverviewThe Vision Systems Mechanical engineering team is responsible for all mechanical engineering tasks related to the design, analysis, test, certification, installation and sustainment of aerospace head-up display (HUD), helmet and headworn display (HHD) and guidance products. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that our products meet rigorous environmental qualification standards. This role involves conducting and managing Environmental Qualification Testing in accordance with DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 standards to ensure compliance with aerospace and defense requirements.
WhatYou Will Do
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all Environmental Qualification Testing at the Wilsonville site.
- Plan, execute, and document Environmental Qualification Testing in compliance with DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, systems engineering, and program management, to define test requirements and resolve non-compliance issues.
- Develop test procedures, analyze test data, and prepare reports to demonstrate compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee test setups, including vibration, temperature, humidity, shock, altitude and other environmental testing.
- Work autonomously under the direction of team leaders, program management, and engineering management.
- Lead test failure investigations, spearhead root cause analysis and drive corrective actions.
- Mentor other engineers in best practices for environmental qualification testing.
- Support design reviews and provide input on environmental requirements for new product designs.
- Interface with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies as needed to ensure successful test results and compliance.
- Maintain expertise in environmental testing standards and emerging industry trends.
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
- Experience in Environmental Qualification Testing (aerospace, defense, automotive or other industries with high-reliability products) in accordance with industry standards.
- Proficiency in environmental testing methods, data analysis techniques and technical report writing.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Familiarity with standards like MIL-HDBK-454 to enhance product reliability and compliance.
- Hands-on experience with test lab equipment (e.g., vibration test systems, thermal chambers).
- Experience in mechanical engineering design and development.
- Experience with structural and thermal management design.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
- And more!
The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the…
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