Test Design Engineer II — Propulsion Systems

Astro Mechanica; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program and stock options

Self-managed and flexible time-off policy

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Test Engineer in San Francisco to design and improve test infrastructure for innovative jet engines. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of hands-on experience with propulsion and mechanical systems, focusing on hardware testing. Responsibilities include designing test stands, developing test plans, and conducting analyses while working closely with engineering teams. The role emphasizes safety and quality in a collaborative work environment with essential in-office expectations. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and flexible time-off policies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience with propulsion, fluidic, or mechanical systems.
• Experience with hazardous environments and safety mitigations.
• Knowledge of fluid systems hardware and instrumentation.
• Ability to analyze and interpret test data.
• Familiarity with CAD and ability to design simple test hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design test stands and fixtures for test capabilities.
• Conduct analyses for fluid system component performance.
• Develop detailed test plans and instrumentation schemes.
• Document work including P&ID and test procedures.
• Collaborate with propulsion design engineers.
• Conduct hardware testing and analyze results.
• Create and implement test strategies.
• Implement safety best practices.

Skills

Hands-on experience with propulsion systems

Fluidic systems analysis

Mechanical systems knowledge

Test data analysis

CAD design ability

Attention to detail

Tools

Pressure instrumentation

Temperature instrumentation

Load cells

Pneumatics

Job description

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Test Engineer in San Francisco to design and improve test infrastructure for innovative jet engines. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of hands-on experience with propulsion and mechanical systems, focusing on hardware testing. Responsibilities include designing test stands, developing test plans, and conducting analyses while working closely with engineering teams. The role emphasizes safety and quality in a collaborative work environment with essential in-office expectations. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and flexible time-off policies.