Director of Test Engineering

Job Title:
Director of Test Engineering
Location:
El Segundo, CA (Onsite)
Type:
Full-Time
Role Summary
Lead and manage test engineering for reactor systems, including designing test setups, executing test programs, building infrastructure, and delivering high-quality data to support engineering and regulatory decisions. This is a hands-on leadership role.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end test campaigns (developmental, qualification, acceptance)
• Design and build test setups (bench to complex systems)
• Develop test plans, procedures, and reports
• Oversee test execution and supervise teams
• Build instrumentation & data acquisition systems
• Implement data management and automation workflows
• Establish standard testing methods and reusable infrastructure
• Build and lead a test engineering team
• Collaborate with engineering teams on test objectives

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years in test engineering, 3+ years in leadership
• Hands-on experience with mechanical/thermal/fluid test systems
• Strong expertise in instrumentation and DAQ systems
• Experience writing detailed test plans and reports
• Proven ability to establish test processes and lead teams
• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field

Preferred:

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or energy sectors
• Knowledge of testing standards (e.g., MIL-STD)
• Experience with thermal systems, pressure testing, or turbomachinery
• Familiarity with FEA/CFD tools

Additional Requirements:

• Willing to work extended hours/weekends
• 100% onsite role