Test Engineer II, Vehicle Stages

Employer description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Set up and perform tests on a wide range of small valves, mechanisms, COPVs, and other Aerospace componentsDevelop test procedures to check out and operate launch vehicle systems and subsystemsDevelop Autonomous sequencing for test stand automationExecute test plans and procedures on console, using voice comm systems and data display and control systemsDevelop and execute system validations, activations, upgrades and other tests required to ensure your stand is ready to support testingManage test stand scheduling for operations and maintenance down timeParticipate in resolving any issues and non-conformances that arise during operations, and support failure and anomaly investigations, troubleshooting and resolution developmentDesign and develop automated scripts that support test and launch operationsWork with test site and launch site responsible engineers to optimize test and launch systems designs and operationIdentify continuous improvement opportunities for performance, reliability, and costEnsure all operations are performed on time, safely and in a professional mannerAnalyze and review data to ensure that hardware is operating as expected utilizing numerical data analysis tools to interpret test results 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

MS, or BS in Engineering or related engineering disciplineMinimum 3 plus years of hands-on experience with liquid rocket propulsion test operations, including test planning, execution, and data analysisExperience building, troubleshooting or operating fluid systemsExperience with Cryogenic systemsWorks well in a collaborative multidisciplinary environmentExceptional comprehension of engineering fundamentalsExceptional writing and verbal communication skillsExperience with 3D and 2D CAD softwareAbility to lift 30 pounds and to be on your feet all day when requiredAbility to work on test stands and use standard mechanical and electrical toolsWillingness to travel to support launch operations in California. (Max, 25%) 

Desired

Ability to read and understand technical drawings, including GD&T and P&IDsExperience with test plan generationExperience with ASME B31.3Experience as a Ground Controller or Vehicle Controller supporting Launch Vehicle operationsExperience with high pressure compressible gas systemsKnowledgeable with liquid fueled launch vehicle subsystemsKnowledgeable with Rocket Engine testing fundamentalsAbility to perform computations for fluid systems (e.g., pressure drop, valve timing, etc.) for liquids, cryogenic liquids, and gasesIndependent, driven and able to develop solutions with minimal guidance and oversightAble to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure fast-paced environmentFamiliarity with instrumentation and instrumentation deployment methodsFamiliarity with data acquisition and control methods, and data analysis tools 

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, relocation benefits, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.
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. Department of State.

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.