Propulsion Engineer (Test) Role

Location:
Leander Texas (Onsite)

Employment Type:
Full-time

Compensation:
Approximately $150000 annually

Reports To:
Director of Engineering

An advanced defense technology organization is seeking a Test Propulsion Engineer to support the design development and execution of propulsion and ballistic testing systems for next-generation aerospace and autonomous platforms.

This hands-on engineering role focuses on designing and operating propulsion test infrastructure conducting static and flight-related test campaigns and supporting hardware integration in a fast-paced development environment.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical engineering fundamentals propulsion testing experience and the ability to move rapidly from design through real-world execution.

• Design and administer ballistic test setups propulsion fixtures and test rigs.
• Develop propulsion characterization and static test plans.
• Conduct rocket static thrust stand testing and propulsion-related test campaigns.
• Support ground and flight test activities.

• Perform CAD modeling and mechanical design updates.
• Design fixtures support hardware and integration components.
• Support hardware manufacturing fabrication assembly and troubleshooting.

• Design configure and operate:
  • DAQ systems
  • Instrumentation
  • Sensor integrations
• Work with:
  • Pressure transducers
  • Load cells
  • Strain gauges
  • Thermocouples
  • Optical measurement systems
• Perform data reduction analysis and post-test reporting.

• Create and maintain:
  • Work instructions
  • Safety procedures
  • Technical documentation
• Diagnose performance issues and iterate rapidly on testing improvements.

• 35 years of experience in propulsion testing aerospace testing mechanical test engineering or related fields.
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as:
  • SolidWorks
  • Onshape
  • Equivalent CAD platforms
• Experience with:
  • Instrumentation systems
  • Sensors
  • DAQ systems
• Familiarity with:
  • Electrical systems and wiring
  • Mechanical assembly and fabrication
  • Hardware integration
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals.

• Experience with:
  • Solid rocket motors
  • Propulsion systems
  • Energetics handling
  • Cure cycles
• Clean room experience.
• Experience with high-speed data acquisition systems.
• Familiarity with:
  • LabVIEW
  • MATLAB
  • Python
• Welding machining and fabrication experience.
• Aerospace or defense industry experience.

• Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. Citizen Green Card holder or eligible status).
• Onsite work required in Leander TX.

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace and propulsion systems.
• High-impact role within a fast-moving engineering organization.
• Collaborative hands-on development environment.