Vast Test Engineer at Vast supports testing of components and assemblies for human-rated space stations. Works closely with design and test teams to meet mission requirements and industry standards.
Responsibilities
Work under the direction of the Components team to develop and execute testing on components and assemblies of the ECLSS, Propulsion, and ground support systems of the Haven-1 Space Station
Mentor other engineers and technicians on the team
Adhere to, enforce, and improve the test processes and good practices of Vast and the test organization
Produce professional and traceable documentation, including electrical, mechanical, and fluid schematics of the test systems
Work with responsible engineers to design, prepare, and execute test campaigns. This includes the manufacture of new test stands and/or operation of existing resources
Perform all necessary design, analysis, and project management
Conduct TRR (Test Readiness Review)before all tests are started
Find creative solutions to unique issues in order to save cost and schedule while improving overall quality and safety
Come up with great ideas and be empowered to make them a reality
Design, analyze, and own the test setup
Continuous learning/Improvement—and share them with your team members
Qualification
Own assembly
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other engineering discipline
3+ years of experience in an engineering environment (test, launch, manufacturing, clubs, etc)
Preferred
Ability to design and perform product environmental testing based on the requirements provided in SMC-S-016, GEVS NASA-STD-7000a, MIL STD 810G. etc.
Experience planning and executing engineering operations in a time-sensitive and high-risk environment
Own assembly, checkouts and development test stands
Ability to quickly understand and troubleshoot new/existing systems
Experience writing and executing test plans/procedures in collaboration with design engineers
Experience with designing and implementing instrumentation systems
Experience in structural design and analysis of test fixtures
Experience working across engineering groups to define requirements and implement solutions
