Senior Propulsion Test Engineer
Core
Design, build, and operate test sites to evaluate high-energy rocket components, engines, and stages for the Terran R orbital launch vehicle.
Role type
Senior Propulsion Test Engineer
Builds
Test stands, fluid systems, structural components, and operational test campaigns for heavy-lift rockets
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and rocket testing
Required skills
mechanical engineering fundamentals, 3D modeling and drafting, fluid system design, structural analysis, fabrication, test operations, data review, technical writing
Preferred skills
GD&T, thermal fluid systems, complex assembly fabrication, high-pressure/cryogenic fluid handling, technical documentation
Technologies
3D modeling software, GUIs, automation tools, P&IDs
Responsibilities
Design fluid and structural systems for test stands; conduct test operations on engines and stages; manage test article prep, post-test processing, and repairs; author work instructions and manage non-conformances; optimize test procedures and data review processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC