Principal Propulsion Test Engineer
Core
Leading multi-engineer test teams for rocket motor programs, owning technical direction, test strategy, and safety governance for propulsion systems.
Role type
Principal Propulsion Test Engineer (Test Lead)
Builds
Rocket motor test programs and qualification events
Domain
Defense, National Security, Space Technology (Propulsion)
Required skills
Rocket motor static fire test leadership, Test strategy ownership, Multi-discipline investigation, Test resource management, DoD acquisition standards, Safety governance, Proposal development, Technical reporting
Preferred skills
DoD program milestone reviews, Formal qualification test planning
Technologies
Solid, Liquid, Hybrid, Gas Generator motor classes
Responsibilities
Direct teams of 3–8 propulsion test engineers, Own test strategy and schedule for key milestones, Represent test engineering in integrated product teams and government briefings, Establish and improve facility test procedures and safety frameworks, Lead investigations for anomalous test events, Contribute to facility capability roadmaps and capital planning, Support proposal development with technical content, Serve as approving authority for test procedures and safety packages
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with team leadership