Job Description

Test Engineer

Seattle, WA – Relocation Assistance Provided

The Company

Our client is developing next-generation nuclear battery technology designed to deliver reliable, long-duration power in extreme and remote environments. Their systems harness radioisotope heat to support critical missions across space, ocean, and terrestrial applications. As they work toward bringing this technology to market by 2027, our client is looking for mission-driven, innovative professionals who are excited to operate in a fast-moving startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact on enabling critical commercial and national security missions from the depths of the ocean, to the surface of the moon, and in some of the most challenging environments here on Earth.

The Job

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies.

Functions

• Create test designs and test procedures for development, qualification, and acceptance testing work based on provided test requirements from the Systems Engineering Team
• Contribute to building and operating test racks that integrate power supply, data acquisition, communications, and control logic, while coordinating build processes when needed
• Coordinate commissioning of complex hardware both in-house and at other test facilities
• Support planning efforts and maintain schedule adherence for test activities, as well as their integration with an overall test and equipment delivery schedule
• Witness and review supplier acceptance testing and reports
• Troubleshoot issues in real time and provide solutions for non-conformance
• Coordinate activities for design, assembly, and commissioning of test equipment and required support equipment with internal and external stakeholders
• Perform data analysis of test results and generate test reports

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from accredited university, 5+ years relevant experience
• Experience interfacing with design requirements, verification and validation
• Familiarity with environmental testing including vibration, shock, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum, impact and puncture, leak tests, EMI/EMC
• Knowledge of control systems and associated operating software (Labview or similar) as well as mechanical test equipment (tooling, calipers, pressure systems, sensors)
• Experience performing activities under a quality standard (such as NQA-1, AS 9100, or similar)
• Experience in the aerospace and/or nuclear industry is desired
• Proven success in coordinating work across stakeholders at test sites
• Self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and contribute with minimal direction
• Capable of meeting deadlines and performing under pressure in an uncertain environment
• Demonstrates effectiveness in working independently or collaboratively as part of a team
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Position requires in-office presence in Seattle (South Lake Union) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, remote work is optional on Mondays and Fridays

• Monday/Friday in-office presence may be required pending ongoing project activities
• Travel: Travel is required, <25%
• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standing/sitting working environment of >8 hrs/day

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Applicants for employment at the company must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).