SpaceX Test Engineer for Propulsion Components at SpaceX responsible for testing flight hardware for Starship's Raptor engines. Develops test plans, assists with failure investigations, and ensures safety compliance during testing.
Responsibilities
Fill the role of instrumentation and test expert on the flight hardware development team
Develop the detailed test plans and campaigns required to validate the flight hardware
Assist with anomaly/failure investigations
Develop requirements for new test systems needed to test and validate flight hardware
Work with a cross-discipline team including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to conceptualize and develop new test systems required to test and validate flight hardware
Train personnel on the required processes and operations of complex test systems
Ensure all testing is conducted in compliance with all safety protocols, at all times
Qualification
Familiarity with mechanicalExperience in a test-focused roleExperience in a product ownership roleExperience working with mechanicalMathematicalExperience with propulsion systems (e
Required
Bachelor’s degree in physics or an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience working on mechanical, fluid, or electrical systems (internships and project teams qualify)
Preferred
Familiarity with mechanical, drivetrain, and/or electrical engineering concepts
Experience in a test-focused role
Experience in a product ownership role
Experience working with mechanical, drivetrain, and electrical measurement devices
Experience working with complex mechanical and/or electrical systems and the to read drawings and system diagrams
Mathematical, computer, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with propulsion systems (e.g., high-pressure fluids, cryogenics combustion testing)
