Test Engineer

About the role

Ursa Major is seeking a skilled, fast-learning Test Engineer to contribute to our test team. In this role, you will run engine testing operations, including conducting hot fire engine tests, participating in data review, leading troubleshooting efforts, and driving rocket engine test campaigns. This position reports to the Test Operations organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform rocket engine testing.
• Perform test stand and engine checkouts.
• Generate and track test objectives to support engine test campaigns.
• Design and fabricate fluid systems to support engine-level test objectives.
• Review data from development and flight campaigns to support engine and component performance analysis and improvement.
• Operate and modify stand systems such as fluid systems, electrical systems, and supporting structures.
• Generate and update procedures, configuration files, and test sequences.
• Troubleshoot and maintain instrumentation and hardware systems including pressure transducers, thermocouples, valves, regulators, etc.
• Develop methods to increase test cadence, test fidelity, and test stand capability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace or Mechanical preferred).
• Familiarity with data acquisition and controls systems.
• Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Experience with hazardous operations and system safety.
• Strong project management and team leadership skills.
• Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team.
• Technical ability to implement information from fluid/electrical/mechanical system schematics.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident).
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications (Desired)

• 2+ years of experience with testing high-pressure gas systems, cryogenic systems, fuel systems, and propulsion systems.
• Working knowledge of liquid oxygen and kerosene rocket engines.
• Familiarity with valve, turbopump, or combustion device design and testing.
• Experience with a programming language such as Python, MATLAB, or other programming languages.
• Experience with LabVIEW and National Instruments Hardware.

Pay

Base compensation range: $75,000 - $115,000, determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO (Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement).
• Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA).
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D.
• Additional Benefit Options including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport.
• EAP Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k with Company Match).
• Equity Grants in the Company.