Test Engineer

About the Company

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental development and characterization of electric propulsion devices, such as Hall Effect Thrusters and RF Thrusters
• Design, implement, and operate plasma diagnostic systems including Langmuir probes, emissive probes, retarding potential analyzers, and optical diagnostics
• Analyze and interpret experimental data to support and validate existing analytical and computational models
• Develop test plans and execute hot-fire test campaigns in vacuum chamber environments
• Document test results and contribute to technical reports, proposals, and publications
• Support thruster and propulsion system design and build iterations

Requirements

• B.S. in Physics, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience with plasma physics diagnostics
• Strong proficiency with instrumentation, experimental methods, and data analysis
• Solid understanding of plasma physics and propulsion systems
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or similar for data analysis
• Hands-on experience with high-vacuum chamber testing
• Ability to design and troubleshoot experimental hardware
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency required for ITAR compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant field
• Experience characterizing RF plasma sources or electric propulsion discharge plumes
• Hands-on experience with spacecraft propulsion system design, build, integration, and flight qualification
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods such as machining, composites, or additive manufacturing
• Experience working with NASA and/or DoD programs