| Aware |
- Can identify key functional (e.g. electrical, mechanical performance) and environmental (e.g. vibration, shock, thermal vacuum) tests for models and components.
- Can describe the purpose of tests, including their role in correlation and verification of computer simulations and design assumptions.
- Can describe the basic principles of test equipment and instrumentation (e.g. accelerometers, thermal chambers, shakers).
- Can describe key safety considerations and standard protocols during testing processes.
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| Practitioner |
- Can conduct standard functional and environmental tests according to established test procedures, protocols, and industry standards.
- Can select, set up, and calibrate appropriate test equipment and instrumentation for a given test.
- Can perform basic analysis of test results to identify trends and anomalies, and contributes to correlation and verification efforts.
- Can identify basic issues (e.g. faulty equipment, measurement errors) and escalates where necessary.
- Can follow industry standards (e.g. ECSS) and quality management protocols during testing.
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| Senior Practitioner |
- Can design and execute complex, non-routine test procedures tailored to specific components, systems, or mission requirements.
- Can analyse test results in detail to identify performance characteristics and discrepancies between simulations and actual outcomes.
- Can produce clear, detailed documentation of testing procedures, results, and recommendations, ensuring traceability and reproducibility.
- Can collaborate with design, simulation, and manufacturing teams to provide feedback for design iterations and improvements.
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| Expert |
- Can develop new testing methodologies and techniques to enhance the accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Can lead the design and execution of advanced test campaigns for large-scale systems, subsystems, or mission-critical components, including environmental test programs (e.g. full spacecraft qualification and acceptance testing).
- Can troubleshoot complex, non-conventional testing challenges, such as those in new environments or with novel materials.
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