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Mechanical Test Engineer

Actalent
Wichita, KS Other
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025

Job Title: Test Engineer


Job Description

Support hydraulic test cell operations including testing, troubleshooting, and calibration of aircraft components. Assist in new product acquisition by collaborating with design engineers to fabricate new test stands and fixtures as specified in Component Maintenance Manuals. Engage in R&D test engineering to solve complex component test issues using reverse engineering processes. Ensure accurate calibration of test instrumentation by understanding standard units of measurement for flow, pressure, RPM, thermal, and vibration.

Responsibilities

  • Support hydraulic test cell operations including testing, troubleshooting, and calibration of aircraft components.
  • Collaborate with design engineers to fabricate new test stands and fixtures as specified in Component Maintenance Manuals.
  • Engage in R&D test engineering to solve complex component test issues using reverse engineering processes.
  • Calibrate test instrumentation accurately by understanding standard units of measurement for flow, pressure, RPM, thermal, and vibration.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Aeronautical Engineering.
  • Proficiency in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Experience with CAD design and drafting, specifically SolidWorks.
  • Basic to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Experience with LabVIEW and PLC programming.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret hydraulic component drawings and technical publications.
  • Proficiency in using hand measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers, as well as basic measuring instruments like optical comparators.
  • Experience operating coordinate measuring equipment, 3D scanners, and optical comparators for reverse engineering efforts.
  • Understanding of mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, fluid mechanics, loads, geometry, and trigonometry.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Familiarity with FAA CFR145 Repair Station Guidelines.

Work Environment

The position is based in an engineering office setting, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $36 - $48

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