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Lab Test Engineer

JetZero

Company websitejetzero.aero (JetZero, opens in new tab)

Base salary $135K  to $150K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Long Beach, CA

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  • LocationLong Beach, CA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

What is JetZero? 

Today’s aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall. 

JetZero is developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel. 

The JetZero Team 

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon-free flight that' is better for both passengers and airlines around the world. 

What You'll Do:

  • Support Lab Commissioning activities which include: Configuration Documentation, System Shakeout, Test Readiness Review Support, etc. 
  • Support Formal Testing and troubleshooting activities
  • Support  Formal Test Report release  

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 3+ years of aerospace engineering experience. 
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills
  • Aerospace Lab Test/Systems Engineering Experience
  • Technical Aircraft Systems knowledge

Preferred Skills & Experience

  • Experience with laboratory integration environments, iron bird testing, or hardware/software integration.
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink 
  • Experience with systems, simulation, modeling, and algorithms
  • SIL/HIL experience

Compensation: 

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $135,000 to $150,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.  

Benefits 

  • Generous PTO 
  • 12 paid holidays 
  • 401(k) 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 
  • Disability Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Equity tax advisory services 
  • Supportive work culture 

The Interview Process  

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.  

  • Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.  
  • The Hiring Manager Interview: You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at JetZero. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.  
  • The Panel: Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.  
  • The Executive Review: A chance to meet an executive and view JetZero from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more. 

Depending on the position you are interviewing for, there may also be a Take Home Exercise as part of the interview proccess. Our assessments seek to test the hard skills required to do the job. Your recruiter will inform you of which assessment you will be assigned and ensure you are fully prepared for your big day.  

JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. 

At JetZero, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.

Source: JetZero on Greenhouse · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($135,000) is above 13% of the 4,196 Software Engineering roles in California listed on this site; 48 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $176,500; the middle half runs from $149,200 to $204,000.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live JetZero roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live JetZero roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Lab Test Engineer (this listing)$135K - $150K
Electrical Engineer - Electrical Power Systems Integration (Demonstrator Aircraft)$135K - $165K
Senior Manufacturing Engineer$135K - $150K
Avionics Engineer$140K - $175K
Aircraft Performance Engineer$150K - $180K
Senior Aircraft Integration Engineer$120K - $150K
Finance Manager$150K - $180K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All JetZero roles · How to read the bar

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2026-08-20
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