Test Engineer Verified today
The Role
You will be responsible for running engine testing operations. This includes conducting hot fire engine tests, participating in data review, leading troubleshooting efforts related to engine tests, and driving rocket engine test campaigns. You will report to the Test Operations organization.
Responsibilities
- Perform rocket engine testing
- Perform test stand and engine checkouts
- Generate and track test objectives to support engine test campaigns
- Design and fabricate fluid systems to support engine-level test objectives
- Review data from development and flight campaigns to support engine and component performance analysis and improvement
- Operate and modify stand systems such as fluid systems, electrical systems, and supporting structures
- Generate and update procedures, configuration files, and test sequences
- Troubleshoot and maintain instrumentation and hardware systems including pressure transducers, thermocouples, valves, regulators, etc.
- Develop methods to increase test cadence, test fidelity, and test stand capability
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace or Mechanical preferred)
- Familiarity with data acquisition and controls systems
- Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Experience with hazardous operations and system safety
- Strong project management and team leadership skills
- Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team
- Technical ability to implement information from fluid/electrical/mechanical system schematics
Desired Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience with testing high-pressure gas systems, cryogenic systems, fuel systems, and propulsion systems
- Working knowledge of liquid oxygen and kerosene rocket engines
- Familiarity with valve, turbopump, or combustion device design and testing
- Experience with a programming language such as Python, MATLAB, or other programming languages
- Experience with LabVIEW and National Instruments Hardware
Compensation
Base compensation range: $75,000 to $95,000 annually.