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Spacecraft Structures Test Engineer
apex-technology-inc
Los Angeles, USA
Full-time
Onsite
$100K – $187K
Discovered 2 weeks ago
Structural and mechanical testingStructural test strategyFluid, hydraulic, and pressurized systemsCryogenic systemsData acquisition and instrumentationStrain gauges
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Role Overview
Apex is seeking a Spacecraft Structures Test Engineer to own flight-hardware validation from first build through system-level testing.
The role focuses on structural and mechanical testing, with crossover into electrical and system-level validation across mechanical, avionics, and production teams.
Key Skills for This Role
Structural and mechanical testingStructural test strategyFluid, hydraulic, and pressurized systemsCryogenic systemsData acquisition and instrumentationStrain gauges
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About the Role
Apex is seeking a Spacecraft Structures Test Engineer to own flight-hardware validation from first build through system-level testing.
The role focuses on structural and mechanical testing, with crossover into electrical and system-level validation across mechanical, avionics, and production teams.
Responsibilities
- Own structural test strategy and execution across components, subsystems, and fully integrated spacecraft.
- Develop and operate fluid, hydraulic, and pressurized systems, including high-pressure and cryogenic environments.
- Design and integrate data acquisition and instrumentation using strain gauges, load cells, pressure transducers, and thermocouples.
- Write and automate test procedures and Python scripts for execution and data analysis.
- Lead test operations, including setup, execution, and post-test review.
- Troubleshoot hardware and drive root cause analysis on structural test failures.
- Collaborate with design, analysis, avionics, and manufacturing teams to apply test results to design.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering field.
- At least 3 years of experience in spacecraft, launch vehicle, or complex structural testing.
- Experience designing large-scale structural test stands or load application systems.
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