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Development Test Engineer

K2 Space
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Posted
14 days ago
Department
Mechanical
Salary
$100,000 - $140,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline
  • Experience with CAD or FEA software packages
  • 2+ years of industry experience with mechanical, structural, and/or electromechanical design and analysis
  • Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies and test fixtures for aerospace or terrestrial applications
  • Hands-on fabrication experience
Nice to have
  • Experience with data acquisition, controls, and dedicated test equipment
  • Experience with the practical application of GD&T
  • Experience with NX (Unigraphics) and Teamcenter PLM
  • Experience with performing structural analysis
  • Basic practical programming abilities
What the job really is

As a Development Test Engineer at K2, you will be responsible for the success of component and subsystem testing across various systems, including structural and electromechanical. Your role involves defining test campaigns, designing test setups, and validating designs through prototype testing. You will also troubleshoot performance issues and communicate findings to team members, while continuously improving testing standards.

Benefits
  • Base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000 + equity in the company
  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Fast-paced environment may require adaptability
  • Role involves hands-on work with flight hardware, which may not suit all candidates
  • Salary is based on multiple factors, which may lead to variability in offers
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