Test Engineering Manager

Description

Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A key ingredient to making reusable systems is the ability to test hardware quickly. As the Test Engineering Manager at our Moses Lake Test Site, you will be responsible for managing the team that designs, builds, and operates all of the test facilities at the test site. This includes component testing, engine and vehicle level testing, as well as structures and COPV testing. You will need to ensure safe and reliable operations while pushing to find ways to move quickly and simplify. You will work with hardware and software, mechanical systems and electrical systems. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Responsibilities

• Managing and/or personally executing the design and build of fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications
• Managing and/or personally executing the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications
• Creating sustainable engineering processes
• Managing project schedules
• Managing project budgets
• Ensuring high uptime and reliability of the test stands
• Ensuring safe operation of high pressure, cryogenic, and other hazardous environments
• Performing people management responsibilities such as: regular check-ins, mentorship and coaching, providing feedback, performance reviews
• As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)

Qualifications

• Exceptional command of fundamentals
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar
• 5+ years experience with rocket test operations, including on-console engineering support
• Experience designing fluid systems such as: P&ID creation, line sizing and component specification, hazard analysis, CAD modeling
• Experience designing mechanical systems such as: pipe supports, basic structures, tooling and fixtures
• Hands-on experience building and integrating mechanical and electronic systems
• Experience writing and operating test procedures
• Experience with high pressure or hazardous environments
• Experience with real-time and post-test data analysis
• Detailed knowledge of and experience troubleshooting mechanical fluid components such as: cryogenic and high pressure valves, pressure regulators, pumps, relief valves
• Detailed knowledge of and experience troubleshooting instrumentation such as: pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, silicon diodes, flow meters, high-speed pressure sensors, accelerometers
• Willing to work outdoors for long periods of time
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Passion for delivering high quality builds, willing to attend work with a positive and humble attitude, and willing to take ownership of large and small tasks to contribute to the success of the team
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Willing to relocate to Moses Lake, WA

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a team lead or people manager
• Experience designing electronic or data acquisition systems
• Experience in designing automated systems, writing automation code, and activating automated systems
• Experience managing a budget
• Experience with heavy equipment operation such as: forklifts, telehandlers, cranes

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Equity

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400
• Level 4 Range: $144,100 - $240,100

Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels, and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis. 

Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

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.