Senior Test Systems Engineer – Propulsion & Space

Voyager Technologies; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 119,415 - 173,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Gym membership

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Employee support resources

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in the United States is seeking a Systems Engineer IV – Test to lead and execute integration and testing for rocket motor systems. Based in Reno, NV or Folsom, CA, you will coordinate multi-subsystem tests, interface with customers and drive technical excellence across the program.

You will mentor junior engineers, develop test plans, ensure safety and quality, and apply MIL-STD practices, DAQ instrumentation, and high‑fidelity simulations to deliver reliable test results

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM field.
• 7–10 years of hands-on experience in test engineering within propulsion systems, aerospace or related industries; hands-on experience with rocket motor integration and testing.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills; ability to guide and influence engineers across multiple teams, lead complex projects and technical discussions and make high‑impact decisions.
• Proven track record of driving results in high‑pressure test environments.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities; capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Dedication to quality, safety, accountability and mission‑focused teamwork in national defense applications.
• Extensive experience with integration and testing of complex hardware and software systems.
• Advanced programming proficiency in C/C++, MATLAB, Python and Simulink, including developing, debugging and optimizing test software.
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience with serial communication protocols (RS‑422, RS‑485, CAN) used to support integration, troubleshooting and coordination of test systems.
• Strong knowledge of MIL‑STD and aerospace qualification/acceptance test practices, with the ability to apply and guide their use in complex test campaigns.
• Strong background in DAQ (Data Acquisition) systems, instrumentation and controls engineering principles as applied to test systems and integration.
• Experience with test software development, automation and high‑fidelity simulation tools.
• Intimate knowledge of instrumentation, calibration standards and methodologies.
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting and test issue resolution.
• Expertise in test planning, execution and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration and test activities for rocket motor systems, including preparation, execution and post-test analysis.
• Develop, maintain and standardize test plans, procedures and data collection strategies to ensure consistency and best practices across the test organization.
• Oversee test software and hardware development for SWIL (Software-in-the-Loop) and HWIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers and team members.
• Communicate test results, status and issues effectively to management, customers and cross‑functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and engineering standards during all test activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in test processes, tools and methodologies to enhance efficiency, repeatability and reliability.
• Lead TRRs (Test Readiness Reviews) and other technical reviews.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and lead resolution of test anomalies.
• Apply controls and systems engineering principles to ensure test systems and instrumentation operate effectively and align with overall system requirements.

Job description

Voyager Technologies in the United States is seeking a Systems Engineer IV – Test to lead and execute integration and testing for rocket motor systems. Based in Reno, NV or Folsom, CA, you will coordinate multi-subsystem tests, interface with customers and drive technical excellence across the program.

You will mentor junior engineers, develop test plans, ensure safety and quality, and apply MIL-STD practices, DAQ instrumentation, and high‑fidelity simulations to deliver reliable test results