Senior Pressure Systems Engineer – Spaceflight Testing

Actalent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Pressure Systems Engineer to lead hands-on development and testing of pressure systems for spaceflight hardware in a fast-paced Assembly, Integration, and Test environment. You will work with technicians and cross-functional teams to perform risk assessments, test planning, and data analysis, delivering documentation for safe, reliable hardware.

The role emphasizes designing and executing complex test operations, diagnosing issues, and providing clear status updates to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in test engineering.
• Hands-on experience in building, testing, and assembling spaceflight hardware.
• Strong expertise in pressure systems and leak testing, including hands-on leakage and pressure testing.
• Experience with Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS), COPVs, and fluid lines.
• Practical knowledge of ANSI standards and ASNT CP-189 requirements.
• Experience with nondestructive testing and leak testing techniques, including mass spectrometry and helium testing.
• Ability to perform engineering analysis, modeling, simulation, and interpretation of test data to evaluate system behavior and performance.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues with test equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, development, and deployment of ground support equipment (GSE) and test systems for space station hardware, with a strong emphasis on pressure, leak, and fluid systems testing.
• Develop, build, and execute complex test operations to verify system functionality, performance, and safety for spaceflight and space station hardware.
• Perform hands-on integration, assembly, and commissioning of test systems, ensuring operational readiness and minimizing impacts to test schedules.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and support hazard analyses, safety reviews, and test readiness reviews for critical test activities.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues with existing test equipment and infrastructure to enable efficient and repeatable test operations.
• Utilize engineering analysis, modeling, simulation, and test tools to evaluate system behavior, predict performance, and validate test results.
• Lead and contribute to post-test reviews, data analysis efforts, and the creation of comprehensive test reports and technical documentation.
• Partner closely with technicians, designers, and cross-functional engineering teams to build, validate, and improve robust, high-quality test systems.
• Provide clear and concise communication on project status, technical risks, test progress, and schedule impacts to engineering leadership and program stakeholders.
• Support the implementation and execution of Agile project management practices to drive efficient project planning, execution, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct hands-on leakage and pressure testing, including helium-based methods, on spaceflight hardware and related systems.
• Contribute to special projects and perform additional responsibilities as required to support mission and program objectives.

Skills

Pressure systems

Leak testing

Spaceflight hardware

Hands-on testing

Cross-functional teams

Risk assessment

Agile project management

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

GSE

Test systems

Mass spectrometry

Helium testing

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Pressure Systems Engineer to lead hands-on development and testing of pressure systems for spaceflight hardware in a fast-paced Assembly, Integration, and Test environment. You will work with technicians and cross-functional teams to perform risk assessments, test planning, and data analysis, delivering documentation for safe, reliable hardware.

The role emphasizes designing and executing complex test operations, diagnosing issues, and providing clear status updates to