Test Engineer - AeroMotion
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for supporting all aspects of testing for hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems components.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Setting up & running automated tests for electro-mechanical & hydraulic actuation components
Learning how to troubleshoot all aspects of our test systems
These systems include multi-axis hydraulic loading systems, thermal control systems, motor controls and loading systems, and data acquisition systems.
Maintain software and help maintain calibration on all test equipment
Develop software for test automation and data acquisition
Support outside lab testing such as vibration, altitude, humidity, icing, etc.
Design and assemble data acquisition and control systems
Qualifications
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
o Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or other related field
- Minimum of 5 years engineering experience or relative aviation technical experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity preferred with software packages such as LabVIEW, MatLab Simulink, MathCad
Preferred knowledge or experience with any of the following:
o Hydraulic Actuators – Internal Locking and Non-Locking
o Hydraulic Valves, Reservoirs, Accumulators, Pumps
o Hydraulic Power Packs
o Linear and Rotary Electro-mechanical actuators
o Ball-screws, Roller Screws, ACME Screws
o Gears, Splines and Planetary Gear Sets
o Electronic Enclosures
- Preferred experience with the following:
o Regulatory requirements for qualifying and certifying components
o Vibration modes and testing associated with similar components and systems
o Thermal considerations associated with similar components and systems
o Requirements for tests such as: Fatigue; Endurance; Temperature; Limit and Ultimate Loads; Column Buckling; Operating pressures, Proof pressures, and/or Burst Pressures; Impulse Testing; Power and Load
o Test methods used to qualify these types of products
o Motors and controls
Demonstrated technical and organizational leadership
Demonstrated ability to identify problems and provide solutions
Demonstrated ability to work as a team player both internally and externally
Strong presentation skills
Excellent analytical and math skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Understanding and experience utilizing Microsoft Office suite programs (Word, Excel, Access)
High comfort level with learning and understanding new software programs
Ability to manage time and work output while completing multiple projects/work assignments
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Michigan-Saginaw
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 03/30/2026, 4:24:54 PM
Job Number: 340769
