Lead Development Test Engineer, Propulsion & Fluids

Astra Space Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Lunch provided

Snacks and drinks

Job summary

Astra Space Inc is seeking a Test Engineer to develop and own test infrastructure for propulsion and fluid systems. Responsibilities include designing, building, and troubleshooting test stands, as well as overseeing complex testing procedures. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in test engineering or related fields and is familiar with high-pressure systems and cryogenics. The role offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $180,000 per year along with benefits like health, vision, dental, and 401K.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in test engineering, propulsion, or aerospace GSE.
• Ability to take a test stand from concept to operating hardware.
• Experience in a hazardous operations environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and build test infrastructure for propulsion and fluid systems.
• Develop and own P&IDs from scratch.
• Troubleshoot and repair systems during active test campaigns.

Skills

Test engineering

Aerospace GSE

High-pressure fluid systems

Cryogenics

Propellant handling

DAQ hardware

Mechanical drawing interpretation

Tools

NI DAQ

Beckhoff

Job description

Astra Space Inc is seeking a Test Engineer to develop and own test infrastructure for propulsion and fluid systems. Responsibilities include designing, building, and troubleshooting test stands, as well as overseeing complex testing procedures. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in test engineering or related fields and is familiar with high-pressure systems and cryogenics. The role offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $180,000 per year along with benefits like health, vision, dental, and 401K.