Mechanical Engineer V - Test
Core
Lead large-scale, high-risk test programs for solid rocket motors and propulsion systems, including test assembly, data acquisition, and analysis.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (test & validation)
Builds
Test setups, fixtures, and data analysis for propulsion systems
Domain
Defense, national security, space technology, solid rocket propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
test assembly and integration, data acquisition systems, statistical modeling, multivariate analysis, time series analysis, measurement techniques, test strategies, CAD design, GD&T, requirements analysis, risk management, CFD principles, structural analysis, thermal analysis, dynamic analysis, avionics basics, propellant chemistry, combustion principles, grain geometry, internal ballistics, solid propellant manufacturing, control systems design, requirements elicitation
Preferred skills
rocket motor design and testing experience, Master of Science in mechanical/aerospace engineering
Technologies
CAD tools, CFD software, structural analysis software, thermal analysis software, data acquisition systems
Responsibilities
Design complex test setups and custom fixtures, optimize testing processes, troubleshoot instrumentation, analyze measurement uncertainties, develop program plans, coordinate activities across acquisition life cycles, manage vendor evaluations and contract practices, conduct requirements elicitation and documentation, perform simulations and interpret results, identify manufacturing and assembly issues
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC