Propulsion Test Engineer (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

The Propulsion Test Engineer is part of a team that performs development and verification tests on liquid rocket engines and their subsystems. A Propulsion Test Engineer takes care of test preparation, maintenance and upgrades of the test bench.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Plan and conduct rocket engine test campaigns together with propulsion development engineers
• Ensure safe operations by using and developing procedures and processes
• Take care of test preparations, troubleshooting, upgrades and maintenance of the test bench: both on paper and in reality
• Assist in designing and building test benches for propulsion testing

Qualification Checklist

• Relevant engineering qualification or engineering bachelor’s or master’s degree in the field of aerospace, mechanical engineering or similar
• Hands-on experience in development or testing of complex systems, preferably involving extreme operating conditions such as cryogenic temperatures, high pressures, or high temperatures. Such experience can come from either relevant positions held, or internships, clubs, and other extra-curricular activities
• Capable of designing fluid and mechanical systems from theoretical concept to realization and commissioning
• Able to perform in high-stress environments, maintaining focus and concentration for long durations
• Physical dexterity is required as working in confined spaces is necessary
• Able to lift and carry 25kg
• Fluent in English

Bonus Skills

• Hands-on experience with fluid system and piping/tubing
• Experience with at least one programming language (Python, Matlab, C, C#, Cobol...)
• Knowledge of hazardous systems (cryogenic, flammable, explosive, or similar)