Test Engineer II, Spaceflight Systems & Test Automation

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short-term disability

Pet insurance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking a Level II Test Engineer to own hands-on testing, data analysis, and test stand development for aerospace components. You will collaborate with engineers across Alpha, A330/MLV, Blue Ghost and Elytra programs to validate hardware and ensure flight readiness.

Engineers are expected to be in the field, adaptable, and capable of creating automation, scripts, and data-driven improvement. A BS in engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience in testing, operations, manufacturing, integration, launch operations, or a related technical environment.
• Hands-on engineering work in an operational environment.
• Independent, driven with minimal guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and develop P&IDs.
• Fundamental fluid dynamics and electronics knowledge.
• Experience with 3D/2D CAD software.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand/walk all day.
• Willing to work 2nd shift up to 50%.
• Fluid system testing with high pressure gas, water, and cryogenics (desirable).
• Aerospace testing including launch and test operations.
• Understanding of Data Acquisition Systems and instrumentation.
• Ability to design and fabricate basic structures.
• Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines.
• Data analysis and custom code development.

Responsibilities

• Develop test procedures and execute test plans for valves, mechanisms, COPVs, and other aerospace components.
• Integrate test articles into existing fluid and data systems to meet pressure, temperature, and data requirements.
• Design and develop automated scripts to streamline test operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve test stand and processes for cadence and reliability.
• Analyze data to verify hardware performance against expectations.
• Resolve issues and non-conformances during operations; support investigations and corrective actions.
• Ensure operations are performed safely, on time, and professionally.
• Develop and execute system validations, activations, upgrades and other tests for readiness to support testing.

Skills

Test execution

Data analysis

Verbal & written communication

3D CAD

Mechanical aptitude

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD (CAD software)

2D CAD (CAD software)

Data Acquisition Systems (DAQ)

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking a Level II Test Engineer to own hands-on testing, data analysis, and test stand development for aerospace components. You will collaborate with engineers across Alpha, A330/MLV, Blue Ghost and Elytra programs to validate hardware and ensure flight readiness.

Engineers are expected to be in the field, adaptable, and capable of creating automation, scripts, and data-driven improvement. A BS in engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience are required.