Senior Propulsion Test Engineer — Space Defense Innovation

ASRC Federal; Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal is seeking an experienced Senior Propulsion Test Engineer to support the testing and development of advanced propulsion systems from test buildup through full-scale engine testing.

Location: AFRL Edwards, CA. Requires a DoD Secret clearance, a Bachelor's degree in engineering, and 10+ years in propulsion. You will lead CAD/CAE analyses and mentor junior engineers while coordinating across teams and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years' experience supporting propulsion systems in aerospace/defense.
• Experience with propulsion hardware assembly, testing and integration.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD and engineering analysis tools (FEA/CFD).
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, combustion, high- pressure/cryogenic systems, and materials science.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support propulsion system testing from test stand buildup to full-scale test execution.
• Perform performance analyses to ensure test protocols and safety requirements are met.
• Design propulsion components using CAD and perform structural/thermal analyses (FEA/CFD).
• Coordinate with project teams to keep test stand build activities on schedule.
• Mentor junior engineers and present technical briefings to customers and leadership.
• Evaluate test readiness, support dry runs, and participate on test teams as required.

Skills

Propulsion testing

CAD/CAE

FEA/CFD

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Job description

ASRC Federal is seeking an experienced Senior Propulsion Test Engineer to support the testing and development of advanced propulsion systems from test buildup through full-scale engine testing.

Location: AFRL Edwards, CA. Requires a DoD Secret clearance, a Bachelor's degree in engineering, and 10+ years in propulsion. You will lead CAD/CAE analyses and mentor junior engineers while coordinating across teams and customers.