Propulsion Engineer, Test

Wild West Systems Inc. • Leander, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The role requires designing, building, and supporting propulsion and ballistic test setups, fixtures, and test rigs. Other responsibilities include assisting with CAD modeling, fixture design, and mechanical updates. We would also expect someone to develop propulsion characterization and static test plans.

Requirements

• CAD modeling proficiency (SolidWorks, Onshape, or equivalent tools)
• Familiarity with instrumentations, sensors, and DAQ systems (pressure transducers, load cells, strain gauges, thermocouples, optical measurements, etc.)
• Electrical systems and wiring
• Experience designing test fixtures, fixturing, or mechanical test rigs.
• Experience with mechanical assembly, fabrication, and hardware integration (machine shop experience a plus)
• Mechanical engineering fundamentals
• ITAR Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen, or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident, (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 9 U.S.C. Section 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C Section 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with solid rocket motors or propulsion systems, (solid propellant mixing, energetics handling, and cure cycles).
• Clean room experience
• Experience with high-speed data acquisitions systems
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, python, or similar analysis tools.
• Welding, machining, & fabrication experience
• Aerospace or Defense environments
• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

• Design and administer ballistic test setups, fixtures, and test rigs
• CAD and mechanical design
• Characterization and static test plans
• Design, configure, and operate DAQ systems, instrumentation, and sensors integrations
• Conduct rocket static thrust stand testing and other propulsion-related test campaigns
• perform data reduction, analysis, and post-test reporting
• Support hardware manufacturing, assembly, integration, and troubleshooting
• Create and maintain work instructions, safety procedures, and technical documentation
• Support flight tests and ground tests, diagnose performance issues, and iterate quickly

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level