Job Information
Actalent Test Engineer - Aerospace in Wilmington, Massachusetts
Test Engineer – Systems & Environmental Testing
Clearance: Ability to obtain/maintain required
Travel: 10–15%
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer with a Mechanical or Test Engineering background to plan, coordinate, and execute component‑, subsystem‑, and system‑level testing. This role supports laboratory, environmental, and field test activities while working closely with engineering, program teams, and customers to ensure test objectives are met.
This is a hands‑on role ideal for engineers who enjoy test planning, instrumentation, data acquisition, and analysis in a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and schedule test and evaluation activities to ensure test objectives and requirements are met in accordance with program, customer, engineering, and quality standards.
Prepare, review, and execute test plans, test procedures, test readiness reviews (TRRs), and test reports for functional, environmental, and field testing.
Support in‑house and field test execution, including product installation, integration, test setup, data acquisition, and data analysis.
Set up, operate, and maintain test instrumentation and measurement systems, including:
Data acquisition systems
Sensors (accelerometers, strain gauges, etc.)
High‑speed cameras (Phantom, Photron)
Electrical and mechanical test equipment
Perform preliminary “quick‑look” data analysis and deliver post‑test debriefs to engineering teams and customers.
Analyze test data and support reporting using tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, and scripting utilities.
Coordinate effectively with program management, engineering teams, quality, and external organizations throughout planning, execution, and reporting phases.
Maintain accurate and organized technical documentation and test artifacts.
Support additional test engineering tasks as required.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
2+ years of Test or Mechanical Engineering experience supporting product or systems testing
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills
Experience supporting systems, environmental, or mechanical testing
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Strong organizational and time‑management skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (Active Secret preferred)
Preferred / Additional Skills
Experience with electrical and mechanical test equipment
Hands‑on experience with data acquisition systems and sensor‑based testing
Familiarity with environmental testing (shock, vibration, temperature, field testing)
Experience using LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar analysis tools
Exposure to EVMS or program‑driven test environments
Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary engineering team
Top Skills Keywords (for Search Optimization)
Test Engineering
Systems Testing
Environmental Testing
Electrical & Mechanical Test Equipment
Data Acquisition Systems
Sensors & Instrumentation
LabVIEW / MATLAB
High‑Speed Cameras (Photron, Phantom)
Why Join?
Hands‑on technical testing across the full product lifecycle
Exposure to system‑level and field‑based testing
Collaborative engineering environment
Impactful work supporting mission‑critical systems
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Wilmington, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $126000.00 - $193000.00/yr.
Company Benefits 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 Wilmington,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.