Test Engineer

As a Test Engineer, you will create and execute test plans within the Test Engineering department. The department also performs integrated system tests. The Test Engineer will assist the site with development of test plans and to manage and expedite those test programs.

• Participate in completing Process Safety Management (PSM) activities for new and existing processes to ensure all safety considerations are addressed with sufficient countermeasures assuring personnel safety and environmental compliance.


• Support activities to generate required technical inputs for proposals including but not limited to, Applicable data deliverable definitions, testing cost estimates and other technical support to Program Management, Applications Engineering and Business Development.


• Actively participate in Sales Order Kick-Off (SOKO) meetings. Complete a thorough review of proposed vs. contracted testing requirements necessary to complete the job prior to the scheduled SOKO meeting. Complete work to close any requirement gaps identified at the SOKO meeting prior to the work order release of the job to the production floor.


• Actively participate in Sales Order Close-Out (SOCO) meetings. Document technical lessons learned throughout the life of the contract, e.g., test issues, test material or specification obsolescence, etc.


• Provide oversight in the design and fabrication of testing and test control apparatus and equipment.


• Direct and coordinate activities relevant to development, identification, procurement, installation, verification, and calibration of upgraded test equipment and instrumentation and control devices required to test, record, and reduce test data.


• Ability to work independently in prioritizing daily work supporting factory deliverables. Requires little to no supervision and direction on complex or difficult tasks/efforts. May provide technical guidance and mentorship to lower-level engineers.


• Adept at using Visual to setup Engineering Masters for test cards.


• Performs test data trend analysis to optimize test parameters and to provide feedback to Design Engineering when data is not optimal.


• Provide supervision in the fabrication of testing and test control apparatus and equipment.


• Determines conditions, and schedules under which tests are to be conducted.


• Generates qualification test plans, procedures, and reports (QTP’s and QTR’s).


• Generates Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP’s).


• Confers with engineering and technical personnel to resolve testing problems, such as product or system malfunctions, equipment problems, incomplete test data, and/or data interpretation.


• Perform as a leader in the role of test efficiency and cycle time reduction efforts.


• Train technicians to perform product testing.


• Assist with sub-contract costs and labor estimations for contract proposals.


• Generate Work Orders, Statements of Work, and Requisition for sub-contracted testing.


• Interface with sub-contractor representatives to ensure that PSEMC requirements and schedules are met.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.


• Champions 5S, Continuous Improvement and LEAN.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision in prioritizing and performing daily work supporting factory deliverables. Requires no supervision or direction on complex or difficult tasks/efforts.


• Actively participate in problem solving teams related to anomalies that manifest during production and testing as well as customer complaints or field returns.


• Participates in capital acquisition tasks for test equipment and/or test facility modifications.


• SME in the area of 5S, Continuous Improvement and LEAN.


• Demonstrated ability to lead team efforts for capital acquisitions of test equipment or facility modifications.


• Understanding of cost accounting (SPI/CPI) and Program Management for test programs.


• Possesses working knowledge in prescribed company business systems.


• Recognized as an SME in the area of applying and/or developing testing methods needed to validate PacSci EMC products.


• Ability to work independently to prioritize and complete required tasks/projects. Mentors lower-level engineers: may assign tasks to lower-level engineers and provide technical guidance as well as guidance on administering business systems, etc.


• Works across PacSci EMC sites to provide leadership and guidance in testing methods and development of new testing methods.


• Demonstrated ability to effectively choose and utilize key business system tools driving effective establishment of needed improvements and associated implementation.


• Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams for the resolution of test anomalies.


• Expert in cost accounting (SPI/CPI) and Program Management for test programs.


• Supervisory Responsibility for at least 3 to 10 employees


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – External/internal:

• 2-3 years’ experience in the aerospace or energetic materials field, preferably in a production atmosphere.


• Computer knowledge required.


• Electro-mechanical experience preferred.


• Experience in the aerospace or energetic materials field, preferably in a production atmosphere.


• Experience in VHDL programming is a plus.


• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Access, Visio, and Project a plus.


• Interpersonal skills promoting effective interaction with other staff, customers, and suppliers.


• Knowledge of Quality systems and practices a must.


• Knowledge of Solid Works is a plus.

Education and Experience:

• B.S. Degree in an Engineering or Aerospace discipline.

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About PacSci EMC

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Fortive Corporation (NYSE: FTV) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com.PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision: THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (H-Clauses) H-42 FOREIGN PERSONS, paragraph D., “All employees of all entities that make up the Contractor’s team, whether subcontractors, consultants, or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S.” Accordingly, only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.fortive.com/inclusion-diversity

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,100.00 - 120,900.00

Is this role subject to ITAR?
The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.