Propulsion Test Engineer

Voyager Technologies, Inc.; Pueblo (CO); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Gym membership options

401(k) with company match

Wellbeing programs

Descripción de la vacante

Voyager Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Propulsion Test Engineer to independently plan, execute, and document static fire tests for solid and liquid rocket motors throughout development and acceptance.

Based onsite in Pueblo, CO, you will lead test procedures, calibrations, and post-test reporting while coordinating with design and manufacturing teams to ensure mission-ready propulsion systems and compliance with safety standards.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering with 2 years of rocket motor or propulsion test experience, or a Master's with 0 years, or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, Dewetron, or equivalent platforms.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 1127 or equivalent range safety standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of combustion chemistry and solid or liquid rocket internal ballistics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required facility security clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, review, and execute test procedures and hazard analyses for motor static fire campaigns.
• Configure and calibrate load cells, pressure transducers, thermocouples, and high-speed data acquisition systems.
• Serve as test conductor for small-to-medium scale solid and liquid rocket motor tests.
• Analyze thrust-time curves, specific impulse (Isp), and burn uniformity; identify and document anomalies.
• Coordinate test objectives and schedules with propulsion design and manufacturing teams.
• Author complete post-test reports including findings, data summaries, and corrective action recommendations.

Conocimientos

data analysis

thrust-time analysis

safety culture

Educación

Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's in Aerospace/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Herramientas

National Instruments data acquisition

Dewetron data acquisition

Equivalent platforms

Descripción del empleo

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity’s future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person,forge the future with Voyager.

The Propulsion Test Engineer for Propulsion Systems is responsible for independently planning, executing, and documenting static fire tests for solid and liquid rocket motors throughout the development and acceptance lifecycle.

The position reports to the Senior Propulsion Test Engineer or Test Engineering Manager and is part of the Propulsion Test & Evaluation. This role is onsite based in Pueblo, Colorado.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Develop, review, and execute test procedures and hazard analyses for motor static fire campaigns.
• Configure and calibrate load cells, pressure transducers, thermocouples, and high-speed data acquisition systems.
• Serve as test conductor for small-to-medium scale solid and liquid rocket motor tests.
• Analyze thrust-time curves, specific impulse (Isp), and burn uniformity; identify and document anomalies.
• Coordinate test objectives and schedules with propulsion design and manufacturing teams.
• Author complete post-test reports including findings, data summaries, and corrective action recommendations.

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• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering with 2 years of experience in rocket motor or propulsion test engineering OR Master's degree with 0 years of experience OR 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, Dewetron, or equivalent platforms.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 1127 or equivalent range safety standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of combustion chemistry and solid or liquid rocket internal ballistics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required facility security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience with MIL-SPEC test documentation or government acceptance test procedures.

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Must be able to work on-site at a rocket motor test facility; outdoor work required.
• Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including ITAR. Applicants must be eligible to obtain the required export authorization.

The good faith base salary range for this role is $80,000–$100,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Unlimited Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness and more! No long term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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$80,000 - $100,000 USD

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