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Senior Test Engineer at Astro Mechanica - QATestingJobs.com
Senior Test Engineer
Astro Mechanica • San Francisco, California, United States
onsitefull-time
Posted Jan 21, 2026
Role & seniority: Senior Test Engineer
Stack/tools: Fluidic/mechanical test systems; data acquisition and control; PLC hardware; Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW; electrical schematics, P&ID; test procedures; computer networking; basic machinist tools (drills, mills, lathes)
Top 3 responsibilities
Architect and document test stands for components to integrated systems; oversee testing readiness prior to aircraft integration
Maintain test facility operations, troubleshoot issues, and improve throughput and reliability
Analyze test data for equipment activation, calibration, operation, and implement corrective actions
Must-have skills
5+ years hands-on experience with fluidic/mechanical systems and test operations
Experience in hazardous environments (flammables, high voltage, pressurized systems) and safety mitigations
Knowledge of fluid systems hardware/instrumentation (pressure, temperature, load cells, relays, solenoids, pneumatics)
Familiarity with data acquisition, control systems, PLC hardware, computer networking, and software interfaces
Proficiency with PLC and data processing software (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
Attention to detail, initiative for continuous improvement, ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Nice-to-haves
Experience with jet engine/test environments or aerospace hardware
Hands-on machine shop experience and electrical/electronic assembly skills
Prior work scaling test facilities and increasin
Full Description
ABOUT US
Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company building a faster, more connected future. Our mission is to democratize high-speed flight by making supersonic travel flexible, accessible, and sustainable. We believe that rapid, on-demand, point-to-point global mobility will become the new standard for moving people and goods across the planet. To achieve this, we are integrating our advanced airframe and engine technologies—which include Duality™, our proprietary dual-use propulsion system—with a new flight operations model to make supersonic transport as efficient and economical as commercial air travel is today. In the near term, we are developing adaptable, high-speed systems to close aircraft performance gaps for the United States government.
WHO WE ARE
We’re a team of passionate engineers dedicated to advancing aerospace. We’re generalists with specialist depth, united by a flat structure and a shared obsession with building things that work well. We move fast, stay pragmatic, and let engineering excellence speak louder than hierarchy.
WHO YOU ARE
Astro Mechanica is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who is capable of designing, fabricating, operating, and improving on complex mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems for conducting rigorous testing of our innovative jet engine and subsystems. Your work at Astro Mechanica will keep test operations running smoothly, while constantly expanding and improving test capabilities.
In this role, your mission will be to create and operate test infrastructure for hardware research and development. You will have firsthand responsibility that every new design is rigorously tested to ensure quality and performance metrics are met prior to aircraft integration before leaving the ground. You embody the test-like-you-fly philosophy.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Architect test stand design and documentation (engineering drawings, P&ID, electrical schematics, test procedures) for testing components to integrated systems
Maintain test facility operations and maintenance, troubleshoot problems, site cleanliness
Implement robust data and video recording infrastructure
Analyze data for equipment activation, calibration, and operation
Diagnose stand problems efficiently and perform corrective actions
Continually improve facility capabilities to increase test throughput and reliability
Test Stand DesignData AnalysisFluid SystemsMechanical SystemsElectrical SystemsData AcquisitionPLC ProgrammingTroubleshootingContinuous ImprovementAttention to DetailManual Machine OperationSafety MitigationsHazardous EnvironmentsVideo Recording InfrastructureCalibrationTest Proceduresmulti-location
5+ years hands-on experience with fluidic and mechanical systems, test operations
Experience with hazardous environments (flammables, high voltage, pressurized systems) and safety mitigations
Knowledge of fluid systems hardware and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, load cells, relays, solenoids, pneumatics)
Familiarity with data acquisition and control systems, PLC hardware, computer networking, and software interfaces
Proficiency with PLC and data processing software (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
Takes initiative for continuous improvement (not just completing assigned tasks)
Flexibility to work in fast-paced environment
Attentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality in all work
PERKS & BENEFITS
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
Flexible work environment
Company-funded perks, including weekly team lunches and Astro Mechanica swag
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
At Astro Mechanica, we highly value in-office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. We consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee's role.
Astro Mechanica is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
