Senior Propulsion Test & Evaluation Engineer

Astra Core-X; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Astra CoreX, Inc. seeks a Principal Test & Evaluation Engineer to own assembly, instrumentation, and testing of propulsion hardware for launch vehicles.

You will assemble, instrument, and test components and complete vehicles under SME guidance across key areas. Responsibilities include building and leading the Test & Evaluation division within the ACX Engineering Team, fabricating propulsion test hardware, and planning instrumentation integration with pressure, temperature, and strain sensors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience testing rocket-powered launch vehicles.
• Familiarity with solid rocket motors and amateur rocketry.
• Proficient with CAD software (SolidWorks) and LabVIEW.
• Skilled in machining, metal fabrication, and instrumentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• U.S. citizen eligible for government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build the Test & Evaluation division within the Engineering Team of ACX.
• Lead fabrication of propulsion test hardware and ground support equipment.
• Lead design of fixtures, mounts, stands, and launchers.
• Plan integration of instrumentation (pressure, temperature, strain).
• Oversee DAQ setup, calibration, and test execution.
• Document test plans, safety reviews, and test reports.

Skills

Strong communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Machining skills

Instrumentation

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

LabVIEW

DAQ systems (NI, Kulite, HBM)

Job description

Astra CoreX, Inc. seeks a Principal Test & Evaluation Engineer to own assembly, instrumentation, and testing of propulsion hardware for launch vehicles.

You will assemble, instrument, and test components and complete vehicles under SME guidance across key areas. Responsibilities include building and leading the Test & Evaluation division within the ACX Engineering Team, fabricating propulsion test hardware, and planning instrumentation integration with pressure, temperature, and strain sensors.