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)