Propulsion Test Engineer

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in electrical, mechanical, or aerospace engineering or related technical field of study
• 3+ years of experience working with liquid propulsion systems
• Proven understanding of liquid propulsion concepts and testing methods
• Professional experience in thruster testing through qualification and flight
• Demonstrated ability to work safely around energetic and hazardous systems
• Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges provide a clear rationale for decisions and address related concerns
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to operate systems using a Plumbing and Instrumentation Diagrams
• Thorough understanding of fluid mechanics concepts
• General understanding of data acquisition systems, sensors, and effectors
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
• Must be available to work extended hours, weekends, and shifts, which varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required

• Prior experience in aerospace testing and/or vacuum systems
• Any relevant CFD experience (Ansys Fluent, OpenFoam, AutoDesk CFD)
• Experience in reviewing and analyzing test data (MATLAB, Python, WinPlot)
• Knowledge of Excel VBA and Macros
• Familiarity with CAD applications (ProE or Creo preferred)
• Working knowledge of generating engineering definition documentation and work instructions
• Experience supporting customer Test Readiness Reviews
• Comfortable taking ownership of test subsystems (operator user consoles, feed systems, effector control, etc.) and driving end-to-end performance.
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and perform in high pressure environments

To conform to U.S.

Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S.

of State.

The responsibilities described on this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee.

The scope of the job may also change as necessitated by business demands.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Frontier Aerospace participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.

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Note about pay range : Pay range for this job level is a general guideline for California and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to)

of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Employment Type and Exempt Status: Full-time / Exempt

Employement Location: Victorville & Newbury Park; This is an in-office position.

Travel, as needed, to support test operations.

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Benefits: 10-12 company paid holidays

Vacation days and Sick days

401(k) w/company matching

Medical insurance

Health savings account or Flexible spending account