Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Senior Propulsion Test Engineer

PropulsionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMojave, CA, USA$180k - $220k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or electrical engineering, or a related field is required.
At least 6 years of professional experience in hardware development testing is required.
Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysis are required.
Prior hands-on operational experience working with aerospace test facilities is required.
Demonstrated experience owning test stand design and build-up is required.
Ability to create and clearly communicate fluid P&IDs, electrical schematics, and controls schematics is required.
Ability to identify and procure appropriate test equipment is required.
Proficiency with data acquisition and control methods is required.
Ability to take project ownership and work effectively in small teams is required.

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.
Mentor early-career engineers.

As a Senior Propulsion Test Engineer at Impulse, 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.

The Propulsion Test Team at Impulse Space is responsible for designing, building, and operating world class test stands to support the development and production of engines and propulsion components that will serve in Impulse’s goal of pioneering the future of in-space transportation. This team is located at the Mojave Air & Space Port which is home to many firsts in air and space development.

Note: This position qualifies for a Mojave differential pay

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
Mentor early career engineers

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field
6+ 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

About the Company

Impulse Space

In-space propulsion and payload mobility

Impulse Space builds in-space mobility services and propulsion to move payloads after launch. Its products include Mira for precise maneuvering and rendezvous, Helios high-energy kick stage, Caravan rideshare to higher-energy orbits, and propulsion lines Saiph, Deneb, and Rigel. These tools act as in-space tugs and stages to push, dock, and deploy payloads in orbit. Led by SpaceX veteran Tom Mueller, Impulse Space uses flight-proven hardware and a growing network of facilities to make reaching higher-energy orbits faster and cheaper, expanding access for customers.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Series D
Total funding: $1.4B
Headquarters: Redondo Beach, CA
Founded: 2021

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