Propulsion Test Engineer

Busek; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Busek, based in Natick, Massachusetts, is seeking a Test Engineer to support manufacturing teams in space flight projects. This role involves managing test flows for flight-critical hardware while collaborating with engineers and researchers. Candidates should have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and hands-on experience in propulsion labs. Familiarity with LabView, MatLab/Python, and vacuum systems is essential. Busek focuses on innovative space technology and requires compliance with ITAR regulations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong collaborative skills for working in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage testing for vacuum and fluidic systems.
• Understand and troubleshoot pressure and vacuum systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and manufacturers.
• Produce and maintain documentation including test plans and procedures.
• Suggest and implement testing flow improvements.

Skills

Hands-on experience in propulsion laboratory

Experience with LabView

Experience with MatLab/Python

Working knowledge of vacuum systems

Experience with pressurized gas flow control devices

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

As a Test Engineer, you will support our Manufacturing teams in a production environment to deliver premier space flight projects. You will get to create and manage test flow for flight-critical hardware production. You will have prior experience in a complex manufacturing environment. We work in a highly collaborative environment, and look for creative solutions as we work together on exciting new technology.

About Busek Co. Inc.

Busek researches, develops, and produces technologies for challenging space missions for small spacecraft in low-earth orbit, large geostationary satellites, and CubeSats & probes going to the moon and beyond. Our talented staff have collective expertise spanning in-space propulsion, space-borne sensors, materials science, manufacturing, and high-fidelity electronic design. Busek’s accomplishments include: the first US Hall Effect Thruster in space, the first Micro-PPT Thrusters, and the first flight Electrospray Thrusters. Our present efforts span high-volume and low-volume production of high-reliability in-space propulsion components and systems as well as development of novel processes and technologies.

Day to day activities

• Operate and manage testing for vacuum and fluidic systems
• Understand and troubleshoot pressure and vacuum systems
• Collaborate with other engineers, researchers, and manufacturers
• Produce and maintain essential documentation including test plans and procedures
• Suggest and implement testing flow improvements

Desired skills

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• Hands-on experience in propulsion laboratory
• Experience with LabView
• Experience with MatLab/Python
• Working knowledge of vacuum systems
• Experience with pressurized gas flow control devices

Additional Information

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), employment at Busek requires that applicants be one of the following:

• A U.S. citizen
• A lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder)
• A refugee or an individual granted asylum in the U.S.
• Or be eligible to receive the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable

For more information about ITAR regulations, visit this resource. Article - DDTC Public Portal