# Subsystem Test Engineer

**Company:** [Skyways](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/skyways)
**Location:** Austin, TX
**Role:** QA Engineering
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** Data Acquisition, Signal Conditioning, MATLAB, Python, Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Vba, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization
**Posted:** 2025-07-01

> Develops and executes ground tests for aircraft subsystems including structural, electrical, and propulsion systems. Works hands-on with test equipment, data analysis, and collaborates with design engineers; requires 3+ years in mechanical/aerospace/electrical engineering.

## Job Description

## What You'll Do
- Own and drive multiple component and sub-assembly tests for the purpose of completing R+D, Qualification and Acceptance across our aircraft and GSE components.
- Work with diverse systems, including structures, mechanisms, propulsion, avionics, electrical power, mechatronics, and batteries.
- Work with design engineers to define test requirements and goals.
- Collaborate directly with design engineers to define precise test requirements and goals.
- Establish and maintain standardized tests and test reports.
- Design and build essential test equipment (structures, fixtures, sensor selection, signal conditioning, data acquisition).
- Procure both COTS and custom test equipment as needed.
- Analyze flight data to drive ground test requirements, and critically, correlate ground test results with real-world flight performance.
- Set up, execute, and meticulously gather data from tests, performing initial analysis, reporting results, and making actionable recommendations.
- Establish and implement best practices for data analysis, including grooming, filtering, statistical analysis, and visualization.

## What You'll Bring
- 3+ years relevant experience in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical engineering.
- Solid foundational understanding of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering principles.
- Proven experience with data acquisition and signal conditioning.
- Proficiency with essential tools like multimeters and oscilloscopes.
- Experience with basic functions of **MATLAB**, **Python**, **VBA** or other engineering programming languages.
- A highly independent work ethic with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Genuine excitement for hands-on work, a willingness to wear multiple hats, and a passion for continuous learning.

## Bonus Points If You've
- Participated in Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Solar Car, Intercollegiate Rocket Engineering Competition, Design Build Fly (DBF), FIRST Robotics, Battlebots, etc.
- OR you have any real world experience building things!

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