Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
Understanding of mechanical, propulsion, fluid, or structural systems
Strong data analysis skills using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
Hands-on experience with hardware in a laboratory or test-stand environment
Ability to manage multiple test campaigns in a fast-paced environment
Problem-solving skills with fluid, vacuum, and electrical systems
Responsibilities
Design and build fluid, mechanical, vacuum, environmental, and electrical systems for spacecraft testing
Own key test assets and major test programs while collaborating with diverse teams
Perform verifications of flight hardware and document results clearly and completely
Conduct test operations to rapidly develop hardware for spaceflight
Resolve technical issues with innovative solutions
Improve processes for automated acceptance testing of spacecraft
Benefits
Eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of stock options
Access to medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Full Job Description
Spacecraft Test Engineer
Department: Assembly, Integration & Test
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Redondo Beach
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000 / year
Description
As an SpacecraftTest Engineer at Impulse, you will perform a wide range of vehicle level testing while developing and maintaining state-of-the-art test equipment. You will work closely with engineering to improve overall test processes across the company.
Responsibilities
Design and build fluid, mechanical, vacuum, environmental, and electrical systems in support of spacecraft systems testing
Fully own key test assets and major test programs while collaborating with wide ranging teams across the company
Perform verifications of flight hardware and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
Fully own key test assets and major test programs while collaborating with wide ranging teams across the company
Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions
Improve processes to enable automated acceptance testing of spacecraft
Minimum Qualifications
1+ years' professional experience testing aerospace or spaceflight hardware (propulsion systems, structures, mechanisms, avionics)
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
A demonstrated understanding of mechanical, propulsion, fluid, or structural systems
Strong data analysis skills using tools such as Python, MATLAB, or similar
Hands-on experience with hardware in a laboratory or test-stand environment
Ability to manage multiple test campaigns in a fast-paced environment
problems with fluid, vacuum, and electrical systems and implement scrappy solutions
Familiarity with high-pressure fluid systems, vacuum systems, or hazardous test operations
Proficiency with instrumentation, DAQ systems, and sensor selection/integration
Demonstrated ability to develop test plans, execute complex tests, and document results
Background in designing and automating test setups with NI, LabVIEW, PLCs, or similar platforms
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, FEA/CFD results, and system requirements
Prior involvement in fast-paced R&D or startup environments with rapid iteration cycles
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
