ABL Space Systems

Test Engineer (Mojave)

Mojave, California, United States

$90-130k

Full Time

3 minutes ago

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Job description

ABL Space Systems was founded in 2017 by veterans of SpaceX and Morgan Stanley to develop low-cost launch vehicles for the small satellite industry. More importantly, we’re building a launch system we are truly proud of – no gimmicks or over-design, just reliable, rapidly deployable launches. We’re an ambitious team with big goals and, together, we’re determined to prove that reaching space can be simple, efficient, and routine.

When launch day arrives, we want you by our side

TEST ENGINEER (MOJAVE)

Test Engineers oversee the hardware and vehicle testing for ABL. As a Test Engineer, you will aid in the development, implementation, and operation of test stands and supporting systems at our test site in Mojave. Responsibilities include preparing the site and testing of engines, propulsion components, and RS1 stages. In this role you will have the opportunity to get hands-on the fully integrated engine and stage assemblies, and witness rocket engines firing up close and personal. This role requires a hands-on individual with meticulous attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support and perform test operations
Design, operate, and maintain test stands and supporting equipment
Supervise construction, commissioning, and activation of these facilities
Review test data against established criteria to make go/no-go call on vehicle and hardware integrity
Solve a variety of technical problems across broad ranges of timeframe, complexity, cost, and long-term impact

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 2+ years of industry experience in a production, integration & test, or launch operations
Bachelor’s degree in chemical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or related discipline)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrate success in technically focused projects involving hardware design, build, and test of support equipment (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and/or fluids)
Experienced with P&ID design and fluid instrumentation and control
Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids
High-pressure gas experience
Ability and willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment
Ownership of propulsion or structural test related projects including design, analysis, construction, and commissioning from beginning to end
Experience with Cryogenic systems
Proficiency in 3D modeling (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar)
Experience in low-cost commercial / start-up space ventures
Experience with handling and transportation of unique project hardware
Experience with vehicle-level integration, test, and launch operations of flight hardware
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving skills
Experience with strategic planning, project scoping, budgeting, and scheduling
Experience with generating and executing test plans

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

Passion for space and a firm belief in the utility of simple and affordable access to space
Critical thinking: ABL engineers understand the “why” behind all design decisions, operational events and test outcomes
Ability to deal with ambiguity: ABL engineers must be comfortable defining their own pathway to an objective
End-to end ownership: projects are delivered fully complete and ready for flight

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTS:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Ability to stoop, bend, and crawl
Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence
Must be willing to work all shifts and available for overtime as well as weekends when needed
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment, but must be willing to perform work in field as required

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $130,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.