Propulsion Engineer – Tank Test & Development

Responsibilities:

• Execute acceptance and qualification testing of propulsion tanks, including proof pressure, leak, structural, and functional testing
• Develop and execute test procedures; perform and lead test setup, execution, and teardown in collaboration with technicians
• Define test configurations, instrumentation, and data acquisition requirements for tank testing
• Reduce and interpret test data; generate test reports, certification documentation, and data packages
• Own data review against requirements and support disposition of nonconformances and anomalies
• Support troubleshooting and real-time decision making during hazardous and high-energy testing operations
• Participate in test readiness reviews, procedure reviews, and post-test data reviews
• Maintain configuration control of tank hardware, test setups, and procedures
• Coordinate closely with structures, stress, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment between design intent, test results, and structural margins
• Contribute to tank design iterations, verification planning, and system integration activities

Senior-Level Expectations (if applicable):

Required Education / Experience / Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline
• Engineer level: 2–6 years of relevant experience
• Senior level: Typically 10+ years of relevant experience with demonstrated ownership of pressure vessel or propulsion hardware
• Experience working with hardware in a test, lab, or production environment
• Experience writing or executing engineering test procedures
• Ability to analyze and clearly communicate test data
• Working knowledge of pressure systems, structural behavior, or fluid systems
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and configuration control

Preferred / Differentiating Experience:

Essential Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment
• Ability to support test campaigns, including off-hours when required
• Strong organizational skills and communication

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