Test Engineer

Test Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Company Overview

World View is on a mission to inspire, create, and explore new perspectives for a radically improved future by helping humanity respect and conserve all life on Earth. As a leader in the burgeoning stratospheric exploration space, we have been leading groundbreaking stratospheric flight for over 10 years. Using advanced stratospheric balloon technology, our stratospheric remote sensing capabilities are trusted by NASA, NOAA and other government and commercial enterprises. And, with our space tourism and exploration business promising a truly unique space tourism experience unlike anything else on the market, World View is poised for massive growth. To learn more about World View, visit www.worldview.space.

Job Description

The Test Engineer will work closely across all engineering teams to develop and conduct tests on all systems including Avionics platforms. Additionally, they will be involved developing and training on a variety of software and analytical equipment to support World View's Space Tourism and Remote Sensing endeavors.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct unit and system level testing on flight avionics platforms
• Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures
• Maintain all test related procedures to optimize throughput and efficiencies
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines in an integrated team environment
• Conduct detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis to determine failure mechanisms of components and systems
• Ensure test lab equipment and layouts are documented and designed to meet production needs
• Develop, maintain, and train on all test software and analytical equipment
• Monitor and implement project test plans ensuring timely delivery of corporate objectives
• Define vehicle configuration requirements per test phase
• Execute integrated product tests and perform data reduction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, math or science, or equivalent experience
• Ability to interface with a multidisciplinary technical team to design quality accelerated life tests, troubleshoot on-tool failures, conduct root cause analysis, and prepare reports
• Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, requirements, & technical drawings
• Curiosity to understand avionics at a component and system level
• Capability to prioritize and project manage
• Experience setting up and programming data acquisition systems is preferred
• Willingness to do hands on work
• Desire to work in a cooperative, fast paced, and dynamic environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Bonus Points

• On-console experience conducting testing of complex systems
• Experience conducting test and evaluation of avionics platforms
• Ability to build and maintain test equipment
• Experience with environmental testing
• Experience with electrical or mechanical systems
• Experience on rapid development programs

What We Offer

• Work alongside experts in emerging technology
• Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• Modern office with kitchen, exercise area, amazing views, and more!

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

World View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

$80,000 - $115,000 a year

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.