Test Engineer, Propulsion Components (Starship)
Core
Develop and validate flight hardware for Starship propulsion components, including high-pressure fluid systems, valves, turbomachinery, and injectors for Raptor engines.
Role type
Test Engineer, Propulsion Components
Builds
Flight hardware for Starship Launch and Spacecraft Systems
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and high-pressure fluid systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
instrumentation and test expertise, test plan development, anomaly investigation, automated test system development, systems engineering, CAD, fabrication/build, project management, logistics, safe operation of hazardous testing
Preferred skills
mechanical engineering concepts, electrical engineering concepts, test-focused role experience, product ownership experience, experience with mechanical/electrical measurement devices, propulsion systems experience (high-pressure fluids, cryogenics, combustion testing)
Technologies
CAD, automated test systems
Responsibilities
Serve as instrumentation and test expert on flight hardware development team, develop detailed test plans and campaigns, assist with anomaly/failure investigations, develop requirements for new test systems, work with cross-discipline teams to conceptualize and develop new test systems, train personnel on complex test system operations, ensure compliance with safety protocols
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC