Senior Test & Qualification Engineer (Environmental)

Senior Test & Qualification Engineer (Environmental)

About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Test & Qualification Engineer (Environmental) to lead qualification and verification testing for an advanced aerospace vehicle operating in extreme environments.
This is a highly technical leadership role responsible for designing robust test programs, managing environmental qualification campaigns, and ensuring systems meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
Own qualification-level environmental testing across thermal, altitude, vibration, humidity, and related domains
Develop verification plans, procedures, margins, and acceptance criteria
Lead test readiness reviews (TRRs), execution, anomaly resolution, and reporting
Partner cross-functionally with avionics, structures, systems engineering, and operations teams
Drive continuous improvement of test infrastructure, equipment, and vendor relationships
Ensure compliance with industry standards such as MIL-STD-810 and internal quality expectations
Present results and recommendations to engineering and program leadership
Required Qualifications:
BS in Aerospace, Mechanical, Test Engineering, or related field
5+ years of environmental or qualification testing experience in aerospace or complex hardware systems
Proven campaign ownership from planning through final reporting
Strong technical communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Stratospheric, space, UAV, or high-altitude system testing experience
Startup or rapid-development aerospace program background
Familiarity with regulatory or certification testing requirements
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