Contract Test Engineer - Hydraulics

Johnson Service Group

Santa Clarita, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40–$55 Per Hour
SKILLS
Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Electricity, Electromechanical Systems, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Testing, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Design, Project Execution, Project/Program Coordination, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Servomechanism, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Santa Clarita, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
JSG is hiring a Contract Test Engineer - Hydraulics in Santa Clarita, CA. 

Pay rate:$40-$55 DOE 


We are seeking an experienced Mechanical/Hydraulic Test Systems Engineer to support the design, development, and validation of complex aerospace hydraulic test systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead mechanical and hydraulic engineering activities for aerospace test system projects.
  • Design, analyze, and troubleshoot hydraulic systems including servo valves, actuators, manifolds, accumulators, and instrumentation.
  • Develop and execute test plans to validate hydraulic and electromechanical systems.
  • Perform root cause analysis and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams.
  • Drive process improvements to enhance quality, reliability, efficiency, and safety.
  • Provide technical leadership and support project execution from design through testing.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering with strong hydraulic systems expertise.
  • Experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting aerospace hydraulic or electromechanical systems.
  • Proficiency in mechanical design, system analysis, and validation testing.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a passion for aerospace testing, hydraulic systems, and hands-on technical problem solving.

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JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company

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Johnson Service Group

At JSG, We Understand People

It is our mission to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Since our start in 1984, we’ve worked hard to establish our present position as the most effective cross-industry staffing and consulting solution available.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with local offices throughout the United States and Canada, JSG proudly serves a diverse range of industries with the right solutions to help clients reach their company goals. Our client-centric approach enables us to create personalized solutions for businesses in need of top-tier talent.  Our dedication doesn’t stop at our clients. We strive to connect candidates with opportunities that match their skills and goals. More than just a go-between, we are a dependable bridge, uniting top talent with suitable opportunities, facilitating shared opportunities and growth.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
https://www.jsginc.com/