Test Engineer - Dragon Propulsion & Flight Hardware

SpaceX; Waco (TX); In loco; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

SpaceX in Texas is seeking a Test Engineer for Dragon development. You will design, execute, and qualify engine- and component-level tests to validate hardware for flight conditions, while guiding technicians and refining test procedures and software.

Responsibilities include operating data acquisition systems, troubleshooting test stands, and collaborating with design engineers to mitigate hazards and improve reliability in a fast-paced, hands-on team environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, or related engineering field.
• 1+ years hands-on experience with mechanical, propulsion, or test operations.
• Ability to read and implement technical manuals and schematics.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute engine and component level tests to evaluate performance.
• Own test campaigns from plan creation to data review and stand equipment design.
• Guide technicians to fabricate and integrate test articles and equipment.
• Develop test procedures, sequences, and software.
• Troubleshoot DAQ systems and propulsion-related hardware.
• Collaborate with design engineers to resolve test stand issues.

Conoscenze

Mechanical systems

Propulsion systems

Fluid systems

Flight hardware

Test operations

3D modeling

Python

C++

Data analysis

Formazione

Bachelors in engineering

Strumenti

National Instruments DAQ

Test stand equipment

Siemens NX

Inventor

CATIA

Descrizione del lavoro

SpaceX in Texas is seeking a Test Engineer for Dragon development. You will design, execute, and qualify engine- and component-level tests to validate hardware for flight conditions, while guiding technicians and refining test procedures and software.

Responsibilities include operating data acquisition systems, troubleshooting test stands, and collaborating with design engineers to mitigate hazards and improve reliability in a fast-paced, hands-on team environment.