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This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate or individual with 1-2 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will work closely under the mentorship and direct supervision of a Senior Test Engineer and contribute to the crucial testing that ensures the reliability and performance of our advanced products.\nSalary: $70,000 - $80,000/yr DOE\nResponsibilities\nAssist lab in the execution of dynamics tests, including vibration (sine, random, shock), acoustic testing, pressure systems, basic electrical circuits, and structural evaluations, following established procedures and safety protocols.\nSupport test setup: Help prepare the test laboratory and work closely with test technicians to mount test articles onto shakers or fixtures, assemble basic mechanical setups with senior engineer supervision, discuss test procedure profiles, and tolerances with technicians, and accurately install instrumentation such as accelerometers, thermocouples, sensors, etc. per customer requirements.\nProject manage test programs collaborating with customers, technicians, senior engineer and project managers\nCollect and organize test data. Perform initial data review and basic processing for test reports\nDocument test activities meticulously, including setup configurations, procedural steps, observations, and initial results, contributing to comprehensive test reports.\nDocument control for individual projects that align with Elements quality policy - test control records, notice of deviations, procedures, test reports, etc.\nAssist in the design and fabrication of simple test fixtures and cables.\nPerform basic maintenance and calibration checks on laboratory equipment as directed.\nActively participate in training and learning activities to build expertise in vibration theory, test standards (e.g., MIL-STD, RTCA), and data analysis techniques.\nSkills / Qualifications\nEducation: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline.\nExperience: 0-2 years of experience (includes relevant internships, co-ops, or substantial academic projects).\nFoundational Technical Skills:o Solid understanding of basic physics principles, especially mechanics, vibration, pressure and fluid systems (compressible and incompressible flow) and structural behavior.o Familiarity with data acquisition systems (DAQ) and fundamental instrumentation and sensor types (e.g., accelerometers).o Basic competency in programming and CAD software (MatLab, SolidWorks, etc)\nSoft Skills:o Strong desire to learn and an aptitude for hands-on, detailed technical work.o Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.o Ability to follow instructions accurately and work effectively in a team environment.o Great verbal and written communication skills including willingness to ask questions and/or help.o Ability to multi-task on multiple projects with a cross functional team environment.o Ability to coordinate with customers and provide updates for project milestones, test progress/results.\nCompany Overview\nElement is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.\nWhen failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.\nWhile we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.\nIndustries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.\nDiversity Statement\nAt Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. 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