Rocket Engine Test Technician

Expert Employment; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm in Aylesbury seeks an experienced Senior Test Engineer to oversee firing site operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards. Responsibilities include design and manufacture of systems for liquid propellant and gas feed, as well as data analysis. Candidates should have mechanical fitting skills and ideally possess an engineering degree. This role offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of space propulsion technology.

Qualifications

• Mechanical fitter or practical engineering skills required.
• Ideally qualified to OU or equivalent graduate level course in engineering.
• Level 4 training on the Skills and Competency Matrix with in-depth experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee firing site operations including site preparation and maintenance.
• Design and manufacture liquid propellant and gas feed systems.
• Proficiently analyze and assess test data, producing high-quality analysis material.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Practical engineering skills

Data analysis

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Seeking a skilled Senior Test Engineer with expertise in space propulsion.

Responsible for overseeing firing site operations, including site preparation, maintenance, fuel and oxidizer handling, pressure systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design and manufacture of liquid propellant and high-pressure gas feed systems.
Advanced training provision in key operational skills on firing sites.
Proficient analysis and assessment of test data, producing high-quality analysis material.
Adherence to COMAH controlled testing standards.

Minimum Requirements:
Mechanical fitter or practical engineering skills
Ideally qualified to OU or equivalent graduate level course in engineering.
Level 4 training on the Skills and Competency Matrix with in-depth experience.