Propulsion Test Engineer

Valiant Space; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Space, based in Brisbane, is seeking a Propulsion Test Engineer to design, operate, and maintain test rigs across the product range, including thrusters and propellant tanks. You will lead propulsion testing campaigns through all qualification stages and help develop testing processes.

The role demands autonomous work in a dynamic startup, with strong CAD and data-acquisition skills, plus attention to detail and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to work autonomously in a demanding startup atmosphere.
• Proficient with Autodesk Fusion360 or equivalent CAD packages.
• Proficient with test data acquisition software (LabVIEW preferred).
• Experience with pressure equipment / fittings.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, and maintain test rigs across Valiant's entire product range, including thrusters, valves, propellant tanks, satellite structures, etc.
• Lead the testing campaigns of propulsion systems and components throughout all stages of qualification and acceptance before spaceflight
• Development of testing processes and procedures
• Support broader engineering efforts in both product design and ground support equipment

Skills

Autonomy in startup

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Pressure equipment

Propulsion testing

Programming basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Fusion360

LabVIEW

Job description

About the position

Valiant Space is an in-space propulsion company based in Brisbane, Australia. The company designs, manufactures, and tests non-toxic thrusters, space-rated valves, and full propulsion systems for small satellites. The company is continually growing and is onboarding new staff and increasing its product line.

This is an exciting time to become a part of Valiant Space and our journey! We are currently looking for a Propulsion Test Engineerto join our team for a fast-paced, hands-on position that will give you the chance to test spaceflight hardware!

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, and maintain test rigs across Valiant's entire product range, including thrusters, valves, propellant tanks, satellite structures, etc.
• Lead the testing campaigns of propulsion systems and components throughout all stages of qualification and acceptance before spaceflight
• Development of testing processes and procedures
• Support broader engineering efforts in both product design and ground support equipment

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field
• Ability to work autonomously in a demanding startup atmosphere
• Proficient with Autodesk Fusion360 or equivalent CAD packages
• Proficient with test data acquisition software (Labview preferred)
• Experience with pressure equipment / fittings
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Desired Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Up to 3-5 years of relevant aerospace experience in testing (ideally of space propulsion systems / components)
• Experience with numerous scripting and programming languages (e.g. C/C++, Python, Matlab).
• Experience working with space standards and requirements