Mechanical Test Engineer; Onsite

What You Will Do:

• Design, implement, and maintain test processes for Space Systems hardware using lean philosophies and techniques.
• Lead the development, planning, and implementation of timely corrective actions for problems during product manufacturing and testing.
• Engage in testing, data analysis, and interface with all aspects of the engineering department.
• Interpret and analyze customer test requirements and prepare cost estimates to support an appropriate test program.
• Interface daily with Program, Manufacturing, Quality and Engineering organizations to ensure customer hardware and data deliveries are met.
• Support laboratory testing of Space Station hardware.
• Develop and validate tooling concepts.
• Author and maintain operational/test procedures.
• Prepare standardized operation/test sheets.
• Define test rig and facility requirements.
• Participate on program Integrated Product Development teams.
• Review drawings and concepts.
• Resolve producibility concerns.
• Demonstrate the capability of working independently and being self‑motivated.
• Travel up to 10%.

• University degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience or advanced degree with at least 3 years experience.
• 5–7+ years of experience working on the manufacture of complex mechanical systems.
• Experience with advanced instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Testing of complex mechanical systems and components such as heat exchangers, pumps, fans, and accumulators.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and experience using any type of publishing software.

• Knowledge of LabVIEW.
• Familiarity with a modeling or design package such as ProE, Creo, or CAD.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement methods (ACE or DMAIC) and demonstrated use of their tools.
• Experience with a MRP (Manufacturing Resource Planning) system.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with 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: 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!

86,800 USD – 165,200 USD.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.