Lumicity · 1 week ago
Sr. Test Engineer (Reliability)
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expLumicity is a fast-growing aerospace and robotics company seeking a Reliability Test Engineer to lead reliability testing for high-performance VTOL unmanned aircraft systems. This foundational role involves developing test plans, building test fixtures, and collaborating with various teams to enhance reliability in challenging environments.
Human ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency
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U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Gaven Palagonia
Responsibilities
Develop and execute reliability, validation, and environmental test plans across aircraft subsystems and components
Design and build custom test fixtures, jigs, and automation systems for mechanical, thermal, and lifecycle testing
Conduct vibration, shock, thermal cycling, fatigue, ingress (IP), and stress testing for rugged electro-mechanical systems
Build and automate data acquisition systems using LabVIEW or Python
Apply statistical methods (DOE, regression, Weibull, capability analysis) to extract insights and drive design decisions
Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to improve test coverage and reliability design
Help define long-term reliability processes, templates, and infrastructure — with a clear path to grow into a leadership role as the function scales
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related engineering field
5+ years in reliability, mechanical test, or product validation for electro-mechanical systems
Proven hands-on experience designing and building test setups, fixtures, and DAQ systems
Ability to develop automation scripts in LabVIEW and/or Python (not just operate prebuilt ones)
Experience with environmental testing (thermal, vibration, ingress, fatigue)
Strong analytical and communication skills — able to operate independently and cross-functionally
MUST BE A US CITIZEN OR GREEN CARD HOLDER
Preferred
Familiarity with MIL-STD-810, DO-160, or similar aerospace/defense standards
Benefits
30% annual bonuses/equity offered on top of salary
Company
Lumicity
Lumicity is a technical staffing agency that provides staffing solutions for engineering, life sciences, technology, and energy industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase