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Job Description

SUMMARY

The engineer for this position will support Flight and Test Operations team. This team is responsible for the operation of all the test stands Testing Site in Briggs, Texas as well as supporting launch operations at our launch sites, such as Vandenberg, California. If youre the type of person that wants to know every last detail regarding the operation, function and performance of a rocket, Test and Launch Operations is the place for you. Operations engineers partner with engineers from across the company to test and validate hardware all in the pursuit of making flight worthy components. Best of all, they launch the rockets.

Engineers on this team are responsible for not just partnering with their fellow engineers to hash out plans to test components to their flight-like limits, but also developing the required infrastructure, mechanical, electrical and software, to support these tests. Engineers are expected to be fast on their feet, adaptive and responsive to challenges. They are expected to be in the field, working in hands on and time sensitive applications. Operations Engineers are expected to be self-sufficient, driven and highly motivated engineers up for learning new skills and taking on challenges to excel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Set up and perform tests on a wide range of small valves, mechanisms, COPVs, and other Aerospace components

Develop test procedures to check out and operate launch vehicle systems and subsystems

Execute test plans and procedures on console, using voice comm systems and data display and control systems

Develop and execute system validations, activations, upgrades and other tests required to ensure your stand is ready to support testing

Manage test stand scheduling for operations and maintenance down time

Participate in resolving any issues and non-conformances that arise during operations, and support failure and anomaly investigations, troubleshooting and resolution development

Design and develop automated scripts that support test and launch operations

Work with test site and launch site responsible engineers to optimize test and launch systems designs and operation

Identify continuous improvement opportunities for performance, reliability, and cost

Ensure all operations are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner

Analyze and review data to ensure that hardware is operating as expected utilizing numerical data analysis tools to interpret test results

Tools & Software:

LabVIEW

Power BI

Smartsheets

Gantt chart tools

CAD

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Skills and Requirements

BS in Engineering or related engineering discipline

23 years of relevant experience with test stands, testing and test development:

Cryogenic Fluids

Pressurized Testing

Instrumentation Control

Fluid Systems:

Works well in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment

Exceptional comprehension of engineering fundamentals

Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills

Experience with 3D and 2D CAD software

Ability to lift 30 pounds and to be on your feet all day when required

Ability to work on test stands and use standard mechanical and electrical tools Ability to read and understand technical drawings, including GD&T and P&IDs

Experience building, troubleshooting or operating fluid systems

Experience with test plan generation

Ability to perform computations for fluid systems (e.g., pressure drop, valve timing, etc.) for liquids, cryogenic liquids, and gases

Independent, driven and able to develop solutions with minimal guidance and oversight

Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure fast-paced environment

Familiarity with instrumentation and instrumentation deployment methods

Familiarity with data acquisition and control methods, and data analysis tools null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].