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Contract Test Engineer - Hydraulics

JSG (Johnson Service Group, Inc.)
Santa Clarita, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2027
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.

Salary : $40 - $55

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