About the role#
This position is open exclusively to individuals who completed an SNC Summer 2026 internship. As a Test Engineer I, you will support the testing and certification of aerospace and defense products. You will work across office, lab, hangar, and offsite environments to ensure mission equipment meets design and functionality standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist in developing and executing test plans and procedures.
- Perform basic testing and validation for components and sub-systems.
- Record and analyze test data, then provide initial reports on your findings.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure all requirements are met.
- Maintain test equipment to ensure it remains calibrated and functional.
- Participate in internal and external meetings and project briefs.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related field.
- 0 to 2 years of experience in test engineering or a similar role.
- A basic understanding of testing principles, methodologies, and requirements management.
- Conceptual knowledge of engineering practices and systems integration.
- Familiarity with multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
- Exposure to planning and documenting Verification and Validation activities.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- Experience with aerospace or defense projects is preferred.
- Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, and apply logical troubleshooting.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Lone Tree, Colorado.
- This is a full-time, on-site position.
- You must be able to work on a computer for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
- Occasional travel may be required.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation operates in the aerospace and national security sectors. The company develops systems for command, control, communications, and cyber operations across land, sea, air, and space domains. Founded in 1963, it remains a privately held business with headquarters in Sparks, Nevada. The firm maintains a workforce of approximately 5,300 employees.
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