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Verification Engineer - Aeromechanical (Design & Test)

pivotal Palo Alto, CA

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About the role

Responsibilities

Own verification of aeromechanical components and subsystems from requirement through validation and reporting

Translate verification methods into compliance tests defined acceptance criteria

Design test fixtures using CATIA (3DEXPERIENCE platform), and define the test instrumentation

Generate CAD releases and support fabrication (in-house and external vendors)

Work directly with technicians and suppliers to build test hardware

Develop detailed test plans including environmental and structural testing

Define instrumentation strategies and data acquisition methods

Execute tests in labs and external facilities, troubleshooting issues in real time

Analyze test data, identify failure modes, and drive corrective actions

Produce comprehensive test reports

Support design reviews and cross-functional collaboration

Drive rapid iteration between design and testing

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Experience designing and testing mechanical or aerospace systems

Strong background in CAD and hands-on hardware testing

Experience developing test plans and writing engineering reports

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with CATIA V5/V6 or 3DEXPERIENCE platform

Hands-on environmental testing (thermal, vibration, etc.)

Structural testing experience (static, fatigue, lifecycle)

Familiarity with aerospace standards (e.g., DO-160, FAR part23)

Experience designing test fixtures and instrumentation

Experience in prototype or R&D environments

Attributes aligned with Core Values

Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.

Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.

Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.

Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.

Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.

Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.

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