Mechanical Integration and Test Engineer

Voyager Technologies, Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Mechanical engineers with integration and test experience in aerospace or defense domains will find this mission-driven role emphasizes hands-on technical execution and cross-functional collaboration.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of electro-mechanical system integration and testing experience in aerospace or defense
    — “5+ years of experience integrating or testing complex electro-mechanical and/or fluid systems.”
  • Professionals skilled in CAD and lifecycle management tools who can design test fixtures and procedures
    — “Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and lifecycle management tools.”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environments
    — “Work in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and leadership across our propulsion, thermal, mechanisms, electrical, and structural teams.”

Things to consider

  • Relocation to Pittsburgh is required for candidates not already based there
    — “Relocation assistance is provided for qualified candidates moving to Pittsburgh, PA.”
  • Applicants must be U.S. persons due to export regulation compliance
    — “To conform to U.S. Government export regulations... applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in designing ground support equipment and fixtures for integration and testing
    — “Design ground support equipment, fixtures, assembly aids, and other tooling to support integration and test operations.”
  • Emphasize your ability to write detailed integration and test procedures
    — “Write detailed Integration Procedures and Test Procedures.”
  • Showcase your technical writing and documentation skills in your resume
    — “Experience with technical writing, documentation, and planning.”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with environmental testing methods like vibration and thermal vacuum
    — “Experience with environmental testing such as Shock, Vibration, Thermal Vacuum, Acoustic, and fluid system testing.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • supported design reviews
  • developed test plans
  • designed ground support equipment
  • executed integration procedures
Typical background
B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering5+ years of experience in integration and testing

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical IntegrationTest ProceduresGround Support EquipmentCADLifecycle Management ToolsTechnical Writing

Preferred

InstrumentationControlData Acquisition

Stack & domain

CAD (solidworks)Lifecycle Management ToolsTechnical WritingDocumentationPlanningInstrumentationControlData AcquisitionCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAdaptabilityMechanical EngineeringSpaceDefenseNational Security

About the role

Original posting from Voyager Technologies, Inc. via Greenhouse

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

Relocation assistance is provided for qualified candidates moving to Pittsburgh, PA.

Job Summary

Voyager Lunar Systems (formerly Astrobotic Technology) is seeking a Mechanical Integration and Test Engineer to support planning, execution, and documentation of the integration and validation of requirement compliance through testing of mechanical components and systems of spacecraft, rovers, and lunar infrastructure.

Relocation assistance is provided for qualified candidates moving to Pittsburgh, PA.

Job Responsibilities: 

Support design review and approval from a Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), and Design for Test (DFT) perspective.

Support Test Plan development with Systems and Design Engineers.

Support Assembly Drawing development with Design Engineers.

Write detailed Integration Procedures and Test Procedures.

Ensure readiness of supporting items to perform integration or test operations such as assembly parts, fasteners, and consumables, resource coordination and scheduling, supplies, tooling, and tool calibration verification.

Design ground support equipment, fixtures, assembly aids, and other tooling to support integration and test operations.

Hold Integration Readiness Reviews and Test Readiness Reviews.

Execute integration procedures and test procedures.

Operate test facilities such as Shaker Tables and Thermal Vacuum Chambers.

Support off-site operations at third party testing facilities.

Process Test Data and write Test Reports.

Provide labor and cost estimates for integration and test work.

Work with analytical and design engineers to understand test results.

Work in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and leadership across our propulsion, thermal, mechanisms, electrical, and structural teams.

Required Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Industrial Engineering.

5+ years of experience integrating or testing complex electro-mechanical and/or fluid systems.

Experience with technical writing, documentation, and planning.

Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and lifecycle management tools.

Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements.

Desired Qualifications

M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Experience with instrumentation, control, and data acquisition.

Experience with environmental testing such as Shock, Vibration, Thermal Vacuum, Acoustic, and fluid system testing.

Experience in the aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle industries.

Experience complying with Safety, Quality, ESD, and FOD practices and standards.

Experience working in a cleanroom environment.

Experience collaborating to perform testing with third party test houses or organizations.

Experience with engineered lifting and handling operations.

Shop skills: Hands-on aptitude and mechanical craftspersonship, 3D printing, mill and lathe operation.

Software: SolidWorks, VBA, Python, Arduino, Linux, LabView, Siemens TestLab, LabJack.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees

Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll

401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security

Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being

Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. 

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. 

Source: Voyager Technologies, Inc. careers (Greenhouse)

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