Mechanical Test Engineer
US$110,000 – US$150,000 / yr base salary
Posted 14 Aug 2026
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- Expected experience
- 4–7 yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$110,000 – US$150,000 / yr |
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Field of studyAerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyAerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or related)
Study levelMaster's
We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
As a Mechanical Test Engineer you will be responsible for;
- Leading the planning, coordination, and execution of development and verification testing for complex mechanical and aerospace systems.
- Designing test approaches, methodologies, and strategies that validate product performance against requirements and program objectives.
- Developing test procedures, test plans, work instructions, and engineering documentation to support product development activities.
- Supporting products throughout the development lifecycle, from early concepts and prototype builds through qualification and production readiness.
- Configuring and utilizing instrumentation and data acquisition systems to capture and analyze test results.
- Collecting, processing, and interpreting test data to support engineering assessments, design improvements, and technical decision-making.
- Collaborating closely with design, manufacturing, systems, and quality teams to ensure successful execution of development programs.
- Generating detailed technical reports and presentations that communicate test methods, results, observations, and recommendations.
- Supporting customer-driven initiatives, technical reviews, and program milestones while maintaining schedule and budget objectives.
- Participating in proposal efforts by providing technical input, test concepts, schedules, and risk assessments.
- Identifying technical issues during testing and driving root-cause investigations and corrective actions.
- Serving as a mentor and technical resource for junior engineers while promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement.
Qualifications;
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.