Propulsion Test Engineer - Ballistics & Data

Wild West Systems, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wild West Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer specialized in propulsion test systems. You will design and support ballistic test setups, fixtures, and test rigs, perform CAD modeling, and develop propulsion characterization plans.

You will also configure instrumentation and DAQ systems, conduct static thrust tests, and analyze data to generate reports while ensuring compliance with safety and ITAR requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in CAD modeling and fixture design for propulsion test rigs.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, sensors, and DAQ systems used in test campaigns.
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and hands-on fabrication ability.
• ITAR compliance awareness and ability to work under export regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and administer ballistic test setups, fixtures, and test rigs.
• CAD and mechanical design of propulsion components and fixtures.
• Develop propulsion characterization and static test plans.
• Configure and operate DAQ systems, sensors, and data acquisition.
• Conduct rocket static thrust stand testing and related campaigns.
• Data reduction, analysis, and post-test reporting.

Skills

CAD Modeling

DAQ Systems

Electrical Systems

Fixtures Design

Mechanical Fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Onshape

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Wild West Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer specialized in propulsion test systems. You will design and support ballistic test setups, fixtures, and test rigs, perform CAD modeling, and develop propulsion characterization plans.

You will also configure instrumentation and DAQ systems, conduct static thrust tests, and analyze data to generate reports while ensuring compliance with safety and ITAR requirements.