Propulsion Test Engineer

Voyager Technologies • Pueblo, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Propulsion Test Engineer for Propulsion Systems independently plans, executes, and documents static fire tests for solid and liquid rocket motors throughout development and acceptance. The role is part of Propulsion Test & Evaluation and reports to the Senior Propulsion Test Engineer or Test Engineering Manager. It is onsite at a rocket motor test facility in Pueblo, Colorado, with outdoor work required. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain the required facility security clearance and eligibility to obtain required export authorization because the role involves access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including ITAR.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering and 2 years of experience in rocket motor or propulsion test engineering; alternatively, a master’s degree with no experience, or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, Dewetron, or equivalent platforms.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 1127 or equivalent range safety standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of combustion chemistry and solid or liquid rocket internal ballistics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required facility security clearance.
• Must be eligible to obtain required export authorization for access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including ITAR.
• Must be able to work onsite at a rocket motor test facility; outdoor work is required.
• Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience with MIL-SPEC test documentation or government acceptance test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and execute test procedures and hazard analyses for motor static fire campaigns.
• Configure and calibrate load cells, pressure transducers, thermocouples, and high-speed data acquisition systems.
• Serve as test conductor for small-to-medium-scale solid and liquid rocket motor tests.
• Analyze thrust-time curves, specific impulse (Isp), and burn uniformity; identify and document anomalies.
• Coordinate test objectives and schedules with propulsion design and manufacturing teams.
• Author post-test reports with findings, data summaries, and corrective-action recommendations.

Benefits

• Unlimited Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with access to more than 12,700 nationwide options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match of up to 4%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

What This Job Offers

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