Propulsion Test Engineer

Mojave, California, United States

$95-135k

Full Time

19 days ago

Job description

As a Test Engineer at Impulse Space, you will be responsible for liquid rocket propulsion test operations while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct test operations of liquid rocket propulsion hardware
  • Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting
  • Create, modify, and optimize test sequences and procedures
  • Improve operational efficiency through process upgrades and implementation of new hardware solutions
  • Design and build clean sheet fluid, mechanical and electrical systems in support of high-rate testing
  • Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of professional experience in hardware development testing
  • Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysis
  • Prior hands-on operational experience working with aerospace test facilities
  • Demonstrated experience owning test stand design and build-up
  • Able to create and clearly communicate fluid P&IDs, electrical and controls schematics
  • Able to identify and procure appropriate test equipment
  • Proficient with data acquisition and control methods
  • Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Experience working with complex systems including cryogenic propellants, high pressure gas systems, hydraulics and/or combustion devices
  • Working knowledge of components (valves, regulators, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring)
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment
  • Experience with NI or other data acquisition systems such as LabVIEW

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.


To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. ย 

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Related Jobs

Aerospace Engineer, AST, Flight Systems Engineer

๐Ÿ“ Moffett Field, California, United States

๐Ÿ’ฐ $129-192k

๐Ÿ•’ Full Time

๐Ÿ“Œ 17 hours ago

2025 Associate Electrical Engineer/Electrical Engineer - Sunnyvale CA

๐Ÿ“ United States-California-Sunnyvale, United States

๐Ÿ’ฐ $74-134k

๐Ÿ•’ Full Time

๐Ÿ“Œ 17 hours ago

Avionics Engineer Intern (Spring 2025)

๐Ÿ“ San Fransisco, California, United States

๐Ÿ’ฐ $60-60k

๐Ÿ•’ Internship

๐Ÿ“Œ 17 hours ago

Earth Stations Engineer

๐Ÿ“ San Fransisco, California, United States

๐Ÿ’ฐ $110-140k

๐Ÿ•’ Full Time

๐Ÿ“Œ 17 hours ago

Apply now