Propulsion Test Engineer

What you'll do

• Develop and execute test procedures and hazard analyses; configure and calibrate test instrumentation and data-acquisition systems.
• Conduct rocket motor tests and analyze results, including thrust-time curves, specific impulse, burn uniformity, and anomalies.
• Coordinate test objectives and schedules, and write post-test reports with findings and corrective-action recommendations.

What they ask for

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering with 2 years of rocket motor or propulsion test engineering experience; or a Master’s degree with 0 years of experience; or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, Dewetron, or equivalent platforms.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 1127 or equivalent range safety standards; understanding of combustion chemistry and solid or liquid rocket internal ballistics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required facility security clearance; eligible to obtain required export authorization.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience with MIL-SPEC test documentation or government acceptance test procedures.

Pay

$80,000–$100,000 USD base salary

Tools

National Instruments, Dewetron, NFPA 1127, MIL-SPEC