Senior Propulsion Test Engineer

About the Company

Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company building a faster, more connected future. Our mission is to democratize high-speed flight by making supersonic travel flexible, accessible, and sustainable through advanced airframe and engine technologies.

Responsibilities

• Architect test stand design and documentation including engineering drawings, P&ID, electrical schematics, and test procedures
• Maintain test facility operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Implement robust data and video recording infrastructure
• Analyze data for equipment activation, calibration, and operation
• Diagnose stand problems efficiently and perform corrective actions
• Continually improve facility capabilities to increase test throughput and reliability
• Perform harness assembly including crimping, soldering, and cable lacing
• Operate manual machine shop equipment such as drills, mills, and lathes

Requirements

• 5+ years hands-on experience with fluidic and mechanical systems and test operations
• Experience working in hazardous environments involving flammables, high voltage, or pressurized systems
• Knowledge of fluid systems hardware and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, load cells, relays, solenoids, pneumatics)
• Familiarity with data acquisition, control systems, PLC hardware, and computer networking
• Proficiency with PLC and data processing software such as Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
• Self-managed and flexible time-off policy (PTO, holidays, sick time)
• Weekly team lunches and company swag