Test Engineering Manager

Test Engineering Manager

Department: Propulsion Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Reporting To: Kevin Miller, VP of Propulsion

Compensation: $145,000 - $175,000 / year

Description

As the Test Engineering Manager at Impulse Space, you will be responsible for daily test operations as well as the build-up and commissioning of new test equipment while working closely with a fast paced, agile team.

Responsibilities

• Provide personnel and project management of critical spacecraft testing operations
• Personally contribute to the design and build-up of fluid, mechanical, electrical and power systems in support of multiple test stands and test articles
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors
• Perform test equipment commissioning
• Conduct propulsion, structural, and avionics test operations while optimizing operational efficiency
• Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
• 5+ years of direct experience in hardware test operations
• 2+ years of leadership experience
• Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams
• Demonstrated ownership of test stand or test equipment design, build-up and operation
• Able to create and clearly communicate fluid P&IDs, electrical and controls schematics
• Able to identify and procure appropriate test equipment
• Experience with data acquisition and automation control methods
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master's degree in electrical, mechanical, or aerospace engineering with emphasis on laboratory and/or practical applications
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on aggressive projects and timelines
• Demonstrated ability of building or operating a liquid rocket engine test stand
• Experience in both production and development testing environments while driving improvement in associated processes and procedures

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.