Development Test Engineer, Structures (Starship)
Core
Test engineer for the Starship Structural Test team, developing, designing, building, and executing large system-level static and dynamic structural tests.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical test engineer (structural systems)
Builds
Large system-level static and dynamic structural test articles and test stands for Starship
Domain
Aerospace / Rocketry / Structural Mechanics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical system design, data acquisition (DAQ) system design, control system design, fluid system design, test procedure development, hardware integration, manual data review, troubleshooting
Preferred skills
project ownership under pressure, experience with hazardous systems (high pressure, cryogenic propellants), integration of electrical/mechanical/software systems
Technologies
NI-based DAQ, strain gages, pressure transducers, load cells, thermocouples, RTDs
Responsibilities
Develop and execute static and dynamic system-level structural tests; Design, modify, and build mechanical systems (lugs, brackets, weldments); Design, modify, build, and troubleshoot fluid systems (gaseous, rocket propellants, hydraulic); Design, modify, build, and troubleshoot DAQ and control systems; Develop and maintain test procedures, sequences, and software; Operate the test stand from assembly through execution; Provide direction to technicians for hardware integration and assembly; Review test data manually or using scripts
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC