Test Engineer III

PSC 

PSC by Rocket Lab is a well-known supplier of aerospace mechanisms for the satellite industry since 1998. To date, PSC has over 100 successful product operations in orbit. For more information about PSC, see www.planetarysystemscorp.com. 

PSC’s products include separation systems, on-orbit devices, and other electro-mechanical deployables. PSC’s ~18,000 sq. ft. facility includes areas for office, lab, shipping/receiving and material storage space. 

Test Engineer III 

Planetary Systems Corporation by Rocket Lab (PSC), a manufacturer of satellite mechanisms, is seeking a proactive engineer with experience in aerospace environmental testing. Candidates must be able to work independently in a small company environment. This position is not remote. 

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:  

• Execute aerospace environmental tests including vibration, thermal vacuum, shock, static loads and reliability 
• Write and improve test procedures for above tests 
• Help develop internal test requirements 
• Identify and implement test improvement processes (hardware and software) 
• Collaborate with program managers and R&D team to support custom testing 
• Analyze electro-mechanical systems via classical and computer methods 
• Identify, test, and integrate instruments like IMUs, motor encoders and power systems 
• Maintain and improve test fixture control and data acquisition software 
• Assist with maintenance and calibration of test equipment 
• Cognizant engineer to track and support on-time delivery of external customer programs 
• Occasional travel to meet with customers about PSC products 

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:   

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or similar degree 
• 4+ years’ experience with aerospace environmental testing: thermal-vacuum, vibration and shock preferred 
• Familiarity with aerospace test standards such as NASA GEVS and SMC-S-016 
• Programming proficiency (LabVIEW preferred) 

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:  

• MS in relevant engineering degree 
• 6+ years’ experience with aerospace environmental testing 
• CAD proficiency (Solidworks preferred) 
• Familiarity with electromechanical systems 
• Experience developing data acquisition systems and processing of electrical telemetry 
• Experience automating test cells 

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: 

• Physical requirements: Ability to lift 50 lb. to chest height, stand up to 8 hr/day and install and torque fasteners 

Additional Position Details: 

Position Type: Full-time, in-person 

Location: Silver Spring, MD 

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefit package commensurate with experience 

Benefits: Paid vacation and holidays, medical, life, and disability insurance, 401k plan with company match, flex-time work schedule, new parent leave, and more.