Senior Spacecraft Propulsion Test Technician

Firefly Aerospace; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short term disability

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a motivated Spacecraft Test Technician for our Briggs, TX facility. This hands-on role focuses on building expertise in propulsion testing and working with hypergolic systems as part of the Blue Ghost lunar lander program.

You will partner with engineers and technicians to perform critical test operations on the Spectre engine, including hardware prep, setup, and maintenance, while ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in aerospace, R&D or related fields.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with pressurized system safety and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support hotfire tests for Spectre propulsion engine and related systems.
• Set up and operate ground support equipment including propellant transfer and safety systems.
• Assist engineers during propellant loading, engine conditioning, ignition sequences, and safing operations.
• Follow and provide feedback on work instructions for complex mechanical systems.
• Maintain equipment logs and perform routine maintenance and calibration.
• Participate in safety reviews and continuous improvement of test procedures.

Skills

Aerospace experience

Reading engineering drawings

Instrumentation experience

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Aerospace Technology

Tools

Pressure/temperature sensors

Hydraulics systems

Job description

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a motivated Spacecraft Test Technician for our Briggs, TX facility. This hands-on role focuses on building expertise in propulsion testing and working with hypergolic systems as part of the Blue Ghost lunar lander program.

You will partner with engineers and technicians to perform critical test operations on the Spectre engine, including hardware prep, setup, and maintenance, while ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced aerospace environment.