Test Engineer II with Security Clearance

Astrion; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Test Engineer II at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. The role involves planning, executing, and analyzing static fire tests for rocket propulsion systems, ensuring safety and mission success, and coordinating with government customers.

Qualifications include engineering degrees, DoD clearance eligibility, and strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills. Travel may be required for program support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in engineering with 3 years rocket motor testing experience
• U.S. Citizen and DoD security clearance eligibility
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• End-to-end planning, execution, and analysis of static fire tests for solid, liquid, or hybrid rocket propulsion systems. Manages schedule and budget and interfaces with Government customers; some travel may be required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Technical communication

Time management

Independent and team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Job description

Overview Test Engineer II LOCATION: Huntsville, AL JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: Secret TRAVEL: As Needed SALARY:74,000-80,000 Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Test Engineer II located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. Astrion has worked extensively with the Missile Propulsion Test Division where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in designated area of specialization or related discipline from an accredited college/university and 3 years of experience performing engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing rocket motor systems; or a Master's Degree in Engineering in the appropriate area of specialization or related discipline from an accredited college/university and 1 year of applicable experience; or a PhD in Engineering in the appropriate area of specialization or related discipline from an accredited college/university, and 2 years of applicable experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Thorough, detail oriented, and organized, with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects at once.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Test conductor experience with military systems.
• Experience with mechanical or electrical design principles, test equipment and instrumentation is highly desired.
• Knowledge of telemetry, instrumentation, rocket motor systems, or test and evaluation is a plus.
• Exceptional customer relationship management is highly desirable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Missile and Rocket Static Fire Test Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and analysis of ground-based static fire tests for solid, liquid, or hybrid rocket propulsion systems. This role ensures that propulsion systems meet critical performance, safety, and mission-assurance requirements before flight operations. Interfaces with Government customers, and other agency representatives. Manage schedule and budget for supported programs. Some travel may be required. #CJ