Senior Production Test Systems Engineer (Thermal Switches)

About Acron Aviation (Avionics – Aftermarket | Thermal Switches): Acron Aviation designs, engineers, and manufactures certified avionics systems and aerospace components that support safety-critical operations across commercial and military aviation. Within our Aftermarket organization, the Thermal Switch product line supports the manufacture, sustainment, and continuous improvement of highly reliable thermal protection devices used in demanding aerospace and industrial applications. Our teams are focused on operational excellence, product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and continuous innovation to support long-term customer success.

Position Summary Acron Aviation is seeking a motivated Senior Production Test Systems Engineer to support our growing Thermal Switch product line. This role focuses on improving manufacturing test operations through automation, process optimization, throughput improvements, and test system modernization.

The successful candidate will work closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, and Product Engineering teams to identify production bottlenecks, improve test efficiency, reduce cycle times, and enhance product quality. This position offers an opportunity to directly influence manufacturing performance by implementing innovative test solutions and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys balancing hands-on troubleshooting with strategic improvement projects.

Production Test Support

Maintain and support production test equipment used in Thermal Switch manufacturing

Troubleshoot hardware, software, instrumentation, and fixture issues impacting production output

Provide day-to-day engineering support to manufacturing and test technicians

Investigate test failures and implement corrective actions to improve first-pass yield

Develop and maintain production test procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation

Process Improvement & Throughput Enhancement

Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks affecting test throughput

Analyze production metrics and test cycle times to drive efficiency improvements

Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

Reduce manual operations through automation and process simplification

Partner with Operations to improve workflow, equipment utilization, and production capacity

Develop metrics and dashboards to monitor test performance and manufacturing efficiency

Test System Modernization

Upgrade and modernize legacy test equipment and software platforms

Evaluate new technologies that improve reliability, maintainability, and throughput

Design and implement automated test solutions to reduce labor content and improve consistency

Improve test data collection, reporting, and traceability capabilities

Support future production line expansion and capacity growth initiatives

Quality & Reliability

Support root cause investigations related to product quality and manufacturing escapes

Implement improvements that strengthen process control and product consistency

Assist in validating process changes and equipment upgrades

Support calibration, preventive maintenance, and equipment qualification activities

Collaborate with Quality Engineering to ensure compliance with applicable standards and procedures

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Production, Quality, and Product Development teams

Participate in continuous improvement events and operational excellence initiatives

Provide technical training and guidance to production and test personnel

Lead small- to medium-sized engineering projects from concept through implementation

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline

4+ years of experience in manufacturing test engineering, production engineering, automation engineering, manufacturing engineering, or production support environments

Experience troubleshooting automated test systems, fixtures, and production equipment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of manufacturing process improvement methodologies

Experience with data analysis and performance metric reporting

Ability to work effectively with production personnel and cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting high-volume or repetitive manufacturing environments

Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE)

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement methodologies

Familiarity with instrumentation and data acquisition systems

Programming or scripting experience using Visual Basic, LabWindows/CVI, or similar tools

Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ERP systems, and production reporting tools

Experience implementing automation or modernization projects that resulted in measurable throughput improvements

Equal Opportunity Statement Acron Aviation is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additional Information: Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E-Verify employer.