Firefly Aerospace
Test Engineer I, Component
Briggs, TX · Full-time · Posted Oct 23, 2026
- Experience
- Typically 0–2 or more years of relevant engineering experience.
- Education
- BS in Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- Visa sponsorship
- 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 required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
About the job
Executes and improves component testing by developing test procedures, integrating hardware with test systems, analyzing results, and supporting anomaly resolution.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute test procedures and plans for aerospace components, including valves, mechanisms, and COPVs.
- Integrate test articles with fluid and data systems; develop automation and improve test-stand operations.
- Analyze test data, troubleshoot issues, and support failure investigations and system validations.
What they ask for
- BS in Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Typically 0–2 or more years of relevant experience in testing, operations, manufacturing, integration, launch operations, or a related technical environment.
- Hands-on operational engineering experience; ability to read, understand, and develop P&IDs; and experience with 3D and 2D CAD software.
- Ability to work on test stands and use standard mechanical and electrical tools; lift 50 pounds; and work a flexible schedule as needed.
Nice to have
- Fluid-system testing, preferably involving high-pressure gas, water, and cryogenics; aerospace testing including launch and test operations.
- Data acquisition and instrumentation knowledge; basic structure design and fabrication; data analysis or custom code development.
Tools
P&IDs, 3D and 2D CAD software
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