Test Engineer | Propulsion Technologies

About the role

This position requires hands-on involvement in test execution, troubleshooting, data acquisition, and procedure development within a highly technical aerospace environment. You will lead and support testing efforts for advanced spacecraft hardware and propulsion technologies.

This aerospace technology organization develops advanced spacecraft systems and propulsion solutions for demanding space applications. Team members play a key role in ensuring mission success through the development, testing, and deployment of high-reliability hardware designed to perform in the harsh conditions of space.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test strategies, verification plans, and validation matrices for aerospace hardware.
• Create and maintain detailed test procedures, work instructions, and supporting documentation.
• Execute and oversee environmental, performance, vacuum, and research-based testing activities.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data to evaluate system performance and requirements compliance.
• Support root cause investigations and troubleshooting efforts for hardware and test systems.
• Assist with the setup, calibration, maintenance, and enhancement of test equipment and facilities.
• Generate technical reports, test summaries, nonconformance documentation, and quality records.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve test methodologies and ensure reliable product verification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of experience in a test engineering, validation, or hardware verification role.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, signal generators, thermocouples, and temperature sensors.
• Experience performing qualification, acceptance, or verification testing of hardware products.
• Knowledge of environmental test methods and industry-standard testing practices.
• Demonstrated experience developing technical procedures and test documentation.
• Familiarity with handling ESD-sensitive hardware and adhering to associated controls.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience operating and testing within high-vacuum environments, including ultra-high vacuum chambers.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries.
• Experience conducting environmental testing such as vibration, shock, thermal cycling, humidity, and radiation exposure.
• Familiarity with military, aerospace, or other rigorous product qualification standards.
• Experience working with high-voltage equipment up to 5 kV.
• Knowledge of automated test systems, instrumentation control, and data acquisition platforms.
• Proficiency with one or more technical tools, including LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, Altium Designer, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD.

Pay & benefits

• Salary Range: $140,000 - $195,000
• Health Insurance
• 401k (Company Match)
• PTO Available