Propulsion Test Engineer: Rocket Hardware & High-Impact Testing

Mach Industries; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mach Industries in Victorville, CA is looking for a Propulsion Test Engineer to lead and support the planning, execution, and analysis of propulsion systems for advanced defense applications. The role involves designing test setups, conducting test campaigns, and analyzing data to ensure performance reliability.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in propulsion testing environments, and the ability to troubleshoot hardware issues. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in propulsion or related technical environments.
• Hands-on experience using shop equipment and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain propulsion test stands and ground support systems.
• Lead and support test campaigns for full-scale integrated rocket engine hot-fire operations.
• Collect and analyze data to validate performance against specifications.

Skills

Mechanical assemblies

Fluid systems

Pressure systems

Troubleshooting

Systems-thinking

Tools

Torque tools

Pressure equipment

Diagnostic instrumentation

Job description

Mach Industries in Victorville, CA is looking for a Propulsion Test Engineer to lead and support the planning, execution, and analysis of propulsion systems for advanced defense applications. The role involves designing test setups, conducting test campaigns, and analyzing data to ensure performance reliability.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in propulsion testing environments, and the ability to troubleshoot hardware issues. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.