Test Engineer I (TX) - Early Career (2026 Starts)
Core
Design, analysis, and operation of test systems for fluid, propulsion, mechanical, and electronic systems to support rocket engine development.
Role type
Entry-level Test Engineer (Propulsion/Fluids)
Builds
Reusable rocket engines and propulsion systems for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and test engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Test system design and operation, data analysis, project leadership, fluid dynamics fundamentals, thermodynamics, engineering standards interpretation, hardware integration
Preferred skills
Propulsion test experience, fluid system design/fabrication, instrumentation knowledge (pressure transducers, thermocouples, accelerometers), engine sub-component understanding, LabVIEW/MATLAB, CAD (ProE/Creo)
Technologies
LabVIEW, MATLAB, Winplot, ProE, Creo
Responsibilities
Design and operate test systems for fluid and propulsion systems, analyze test data for requirements verification, direct hardware integration into test facilities, conduct test planning and risk assessments, develop test support software, resolve test-related problems
Seniority
Entry-level (Early Career)