Divergent
Senior Propulsion Test Engineer
$168K–$273K
Torrance, California, United States · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 16, 2026
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be able to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls.
About the job
Architects, builds, commissions, and operates propulsion test facilities and leads engine testing campaigns to produce reliable data and improve test capability.
What you'll do
- Deliver propulsion test stands, integrating mechanical, fluid, controls, and instrumentation systems from concept through commissioning.
- Lead test readiness reviews, system commissioning, and safe propulsion test campaigns; analyze results and investigate technical issues.
- Automate and improve test operations, reliability, data quality, and throughput.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Demonstrated experience designing, building, commissioning, and operating complex propulsion or mechanical test systems, including hands-on integration, troubleshooting, and test execution.
- Strong technical foundation in high-pressure fluid systems, instrumentation, and high-speed data acquisition, including pressure system design, sensor integration, signal conditioning, and reliable test data systems in accordance with ASME B31.3 or equivalent engineering standards.
- Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls.
Nice to have
- Direct experience testing turbo machinery, gas turbines, or jet engines.
- Experience with PLCs, industrial controls, automation, or integrated test control systems.
Pay
$167,724 - $204,995 USD (base salary); $193,708 - $236,744 USD (base salary); $223,741 - $273,458 USD (base salary); $172,179 — $273,458 USD (base salary)
Tools
ASME B31.3, PLCs
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