Reliability Test Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute validation and reliability test plans for electromechanical and integrated systems
• Design and build test setups, fixtures, instrumentation, and data collection systems
• Support environmental, functional, durability, vibration, thermal, and lifecycle testing
• Work with Mechanical, Electrical, Embedded Software, and Systems Engineering teams
• Operate and troubleshoot lab equipment including DAQ systems, power supplies, and oscilloscopes
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to identify trends and failure modes
• Support root cause investigations and failure analysis activities
• Develop automated test scripts and data processing tools using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW
• Document test procedures, results, and findings
• Participate in design reviews to provide feedback on testability and reliability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering
• 5-8 years of experience in hardware test, validation, reliability, or systems integration
• Hands-on experience with electromechanical system test campaigns
• Experience with instrumentation, DAQ systems, and sensors
• Experience troubleshooting hardware failures and root cause investigation
• Strong understanding of mechanics, thermal systems, electronics, or controls
• Ability to analyze and communicate technical data clearly

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vibration, thermal cycling, humidity, or shock testing
• Background in aerospace, automotive, robotics, or defense industries
• Familiarity with DO-160, MIL-STD-810, or IEC standards
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW for automation
• Experience with HIL, SIL, or integrated system-level test environments
• Exposure to electric propulsion, power electronics, or batteries

About the Company

Neon Aero is reinventing how the world flies by combining startup agility with aerospace expertise to design, build, and scale aircraft using automation and AI-driven tools.