Test Engineer 1

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! ​

EBAD seeks a capable individual for the position of Test Engineer, reporting to the Test Engineering Lead. The position is located in Simsbury, CT.

Responsibilities:

The Test Engineer provides support for environmental and functional testing of EBAD products, test lab capability growth, and technical problem solving in the following areas:

• Test Process Documentation
• Scope & Cost Estimating
• Program Scheduling
• Requirements Evaluation
• Data Interpretation
• Report Writing

• Test Method Development
• Design & Procurement
• Equipment Selection
• Continuous Improvement
• Troubleshooting
• Training

Requirements:

The candidate shall have an AS/BS in an engineering discipline and a minimum of 2 years’ applicable experience.

Non-degreed candidates will be considered if they have a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience in a test lab environment.

Skills:

• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Technical Problem Solving
• Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration
• Microsoft Office Programs

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Data Acquisition & Software (LabVIEW, Vibration Research)
• Mechanical Design (SolidWorks) and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Familiarity with ANSYS Workbench

Preferred Background Knowledge:

• Environmental Testing (Climatics, Dynamics, etc.)
• Instrumentation (Accelerometers, Signal Conditioners, Thermocouples, etc.)
• Explosive Materials and/or Ordnance Devices

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.