Propulsion Test Technician

Rocketdyne; Redmond; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerojet Rocketdyne is seeking a Mechanic- Test Technician to join our Redmond, WA facility. The role involves selecting, setting up and operating mechanical, electro-mechanical, electro-hydraulic and electro-pneumatic systems for testing liquid propellant rocket engines and devices, including feed systems and high‑pressure nitrogen gas systems.

At the Redmond site we fabricate, assemble and test chemical and electric thrusters and propulsion systems for diverse missions, from planetary

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4 years of relevant experience, OR 2 years post-secondary/Associates Degree with 0–2 years of related experience.
• Experience around hazardous materials or environments and participation in Emergency Response Team.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person.
• Ability to perform fine hand work with good visual acuity, dexterity and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Operates and repairs vacuum and high‑pressure liquid and gas systems.
• Sets up and operates rocket engine tests and measures against quality standards.
• Bends and flares stainless steel tubing for testing operations.
• Sets up and operates orbital welding equipment and repairs valves, regulators, pumps.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Fine hand work

Dexterity

Color vision

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Tools

Orbital welding equipment

Vacuum & high-pressure systems

Job description

Aerojet Rocketdyne is seeking a Mechanic- Test Technician to join our Redmond, WA facility. The role involves selecting, setting up and operating mechanical, electro-mechanical, electro-hydraulic and electro-pneumatic systems for testing liquid propellant rocket engines and devices, including feed systems and high‑pressure nitrogen gas systems.

At the Redmond site we fabricate, assemble and test chemical and electric thrusters and propulsion systems for diverse missions, from planetary