Senior Propulsion Test Engineer — Hypergolic Systems

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous health, dental, and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Flexible PTO options

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is hiring an experienced Propulsion Test Engineer to lead critical hotfire testing for the Spectre propulsion engine. You will oversee all test operations and enhance safety protocols in our groundbreaking lunar lander program.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering with at least 3 years of direct test operations experience. Join us to make a significant impact on future lunar missions!

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience with liquid rocket propulsion test operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading or conducting liquid propulsion hotfire tests.
• Proficiency with fluid systems including valves and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration and execution of hotfire tests for propulsion systems.
• Analyze test data and verify system performance.
• Ensure all operations comply with safety protocols.

Skills

Liquid rocket propulsion test operations

Test planning and execution

Data analysis

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python

LabView

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is hiring an experienced Propulsion Test Engineer to lead critical hotfire testing for the Spectre propulsion engine. You will oversee all test operations and enhance safety protocols in our groundbreaking lunar lander program.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering with at least 3 years of direct test operations experience. Join us to make a significant impact on future lunar missions!