Test Validation Engineering

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Test Engineer IIIWoodward’s Industrial Product Division in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Test Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving engineering excellence, solving complex technical challenges, and improving processes to ensure the quality and reliability of our products. Estimated annual base pay: $93,000-$125,000All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 401(k) match (4.5%)Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hireVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional LifeMember referral bonusSpouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingVoluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discountsWhole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military LeaveKey Responsibilities:Project Support and Leadership: Manages engineering aspects of complex projects or leads specific project components. Mentors junior team members on project tasks and processes.Design, Testing, and Analysis: Designs, tests, and analyzes high-complexity systems. Ensures alignment with department-wide quality, reliability, and maintainability standards.Process Improvement: Identifies and implements process improvements with a measurable impact on team efficiency, quality, and cycle time.Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test applications using LabVIEW and NI Test Stand. Test System Design & Automation: Design, develop, and optimize automated test systems for product validation and manufacturing environments. Experience with data acquisition, instrumentation, and control systems is highly valued.Validation & Verification Engineering: Create and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and validation protocols to ensure products meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis: Diagnose complex product, test equipment, and manufacturing issues using structured troubleshooting techniques, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making.Test Equipment, Instrumentation & Safety: Design, integrate, and support test equipment and instrumentation while maintaining a strong commitment to safe testing practices, risk assessment, machine safety, and compliance with applicable safety standards.Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Analyze test data to identify trends, improve test coverage, increase throughput, and drive process improvements that enhance quality, reliability, and operational efficiency.Partner effectively with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to develop test solutions, communicate findings, and support product launches.Flow Testing & Product Performance Evaluation (Preferred): Experience developing or supporting flow, pressure, hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid system testing is highly desirable. Ability to evaluate product performance and correlate test results to real-world operating conditions.Other Qualifications:4 Year Bachelors BS or 10+ years equivalent experienceApplication window is anticipated to close 3 days from original posting date.This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.SummaryLocation: Fort Collins - Lincoln CampusType: Full time