Senior Propulsion Test Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and build fluid, mechanical and electrical systems in support of liquid rocket propulsion and spacecraft systems testing
• Fully own key test assets and major test programs while collaborating with wide ranging teams across the company, including Redondo Beach and Mojave
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to meet project technical and schedule objectives
• Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed
• Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
• Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in hardware development testing
• Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysis
• Prior hands-on operational experience working with aerospace test facilities
• Previously demonstrated ownership of 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

• Demonstrated prior experience working with complex systems including cryogenic propellants, high pressure gas systems, hydraulics and/or combustion devices
• Demonstrated working knowledge of components (valves, regulators, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring)
• Demonstrated hardware testing experience with rocket engines, or spacecraft 
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment

• Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed