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Propulsion Test EngineerImpulse Space • Mojave, CA, US
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Propulsion Test Engineer

Propulsion Test Engineer

Impulse Space • Mojave, CA, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

As a Test Engineer at Impulse Space, you will be responsible for liquid rocket propulsion test operations while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.

Department

Propulsion Engineering

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Mojave

Workplace type

Onsite

Compensation

$95,000 - $135,000 / year

Reporting To

Kevin Miller, VP of Propulsion

Responsibilities

  • Conduct test operations of liquid rocket propulsion hardware
  • Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting
  • Create, modify, and optimize test sequences and procedures
  • Improve operational efficiency through process upgrades and implementation of new hardware solutions
  • Design and build clean sheet fluid, mechanical and electrical systems in support of high-rate testing
  • Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of professional experience in hardware development testing
  • Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysis
  • Prior hands-on operational experience working with aerospace test facilities
  • Demonstrated experience owning test stand design and build-up
  • Able to create and clearly communicate fluid P&IDs, electrical and controls schematics
  • Able to identify and procure appropriate test equipment
  • Proficient with data acquisition and control methods
  • Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams
  • Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Experience working with complex systems including cryogenic propellants, high pressure gas systems, hydraulics and / or combustion devices
  • Working knowledge of components (valves, regulators, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring)
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment
  • Experience with NI or other data acquisition systems such as LabVIEW
  • Additional Requirements :

  • Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
  • Additional Information :

    Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options , and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan

    To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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 the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here

    Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

    About Impulse Space

    Impulse Space, the in-space transportation company founded by Tom Mueller, is opening access beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with its fleet of in-space transportation vehicles. The high-energy Helios vehicle unlocks orbits beyond LEO with its powerful Deneb engine, dropping off payloads in MEO, GEO, heliocentric, lunar, and other planetary orbits. The flight-proven Mira vehicle uses a nontoxic, high-impulse chemical propulsion system to offer orbital transport, constellation deployment, and precision reentry services to customers throughout LEO. Led by a team that delivered the most reliable rockets in history, Impulse provides economical and efficient in-space transportation by reliably and rapidly getting customers where they want to go.

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