Skip to main contentA logo with &quat;the muse&quat; in dark blue text.
Eaton

Sr. Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Eaton's AER Aerospace Group division is currently seeking a Sr. Test Engineer. This is a full time role, based at our Los Angeles facility. The Los Angeles facility is a part of Eaton's Aerospace portfolio, and manufactures Hyrdaulic Systems and Components.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $92287.53 - $135355.04 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Test Engineer you will lead the design and development of test equipment for both commercial and military aerospace products. You will have the opportunity to interact with engineers from all disciplines and learn about the future of aviation while gaining invaluable hands-on experience. Some of the platforms you will be working on include actuation and nose wheel steering systems, both in production and currently being developed. Like the automotive industry, Aerospace is currently in the process of electrification converting to a "more electric aircraft" that will provide significant environmental and cost benefits. Come be a part of the future of aviation!

Want more jobs like this?

Get Science and Engineering jobs in Los Angeles, CA delivered to your inbox every week.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy.


In this role you will:

  • Create, modify, deploy, and maintain test equipment HW and SW for Aerospace products.
  • Select components and create bill of materials.
  • Create and update test documentation and drawings
  • Interface with cross-functional development team, program management and customers to ensure overall technical compliance of the equipment. and serves as an expert resource to other engineers.
  • Define test equipment architecture based on required functionality, safety and compliance with ATP requirements.
  • Review project deliverables to ensure accuracy and adherence to schedules and production commitments.
  • Performs design & cost tradeoff studies
  • Write procurement specifications, SOWs, conduct vendor design reviews and vendor liaison. Assist purchasing and quality assurance departments in surveys, vendor selections, product evaluation, production support, and component obsolescence issues.
  • Support proposal bids and risk assessment and mitigation for test equipment development activities

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology from an accredited institution with 3+ years of experience or in lieu of a bachelors degree, a HS Diploma and 7+ years of experience in test engineering
  • This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
  • Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future
  • No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates who currently reside within the immediate geographical area of 50 miles of Los Angeles, CA will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred:

  • Understand requirements and ATP documents.
  • Understanding of ATE documentation and drawings.
  • Ability to understand Mechanical and electrical testing environments.
  • LabView software and National Instruments hardware experience.
  • Programming experience.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics.
  • Ability to troubleshoot Windows based PC's and peripherals.
  • Circuit design
  • Project management experience including schedule, technical risk and cost.

#LI-KM1

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Client-provided location(s): Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job ID: Eaton-21320LosAngeles
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)