Fluids/Mechanical Test Engineer II working on Blue Origin's lunar permanence projects. Responsible for testing and system integration for safe human spaceflight infrastructure.
About the role
- Engine Test Engineer for hypergolic-fueled propulsion systems at Firefly Aerospace. Engage in hotfire testing and support lunar lander propulsion engine development in Briggs, TX.
Responsibilities
- Integrate, instrument, and conduct hotfire tests of the Spectre propulsion engine on Fireflys dedicated hypergolic test stands
- Work directly with stakeholders of the Blue Ghost Lunar Lander program at Firefly Aerospace
- Develop and execute test plans and procedures, operating console controls, data systems, and voice communication during live tests
- Perform hands-on setup and checkout of ground support systems, including propellant transfer, pressurization, and purge systems
- Analyze and review test data to verify system performance and detect anomalies using numerical analysis tools (e.g., Python)
- Support anomaly investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning
- Become a driving force for the development of our lunar lander propulsion capabilities
Requirements
- BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline
- An understanding of fluid systems involving liquid fuels, oxidizers, and pressurants
- Experience with hardware such as valves, regulators, pumps, and leak-checking procedures
- Familiarity with data acquisition systems, instrumentation installation, and calibration
- The ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and engineering drawings.
- Comfortable working in PPE required for hypergolic operations, including respirators and chemical-resistant gear.
- Ability to lift 30 lbs and work on your feet during extended operations
- U.S. Person per ITAR requirements
- Direct experience in rocket engine hotfire testing or lunar lander propulsion systems
- Experience with numerical methods and automation for test data processing (e.g., Python scripting)
- Familiarity with ground support operations for propulsion system testing
- Understanding of hazard analysis and system safety engineering for toxic and flammable propellants
- Hands-on experience with hypergolic propulsion systems or other hazardous propellant systems
- Ability to perform fluid system calculations such as pressure drop, valve timing, and propellant mass flow rates
- Demonstrated success in troubleshooting complex integrated systems under schedule pressure.
Benefits
- generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
- parental leave
- educational reimbursement
- short term disability
- pet Insurance
- flexible PTO options
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