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Test Engineer

3 months ago

Mojave, California, United States ABL Space Systems Full time

ABL Space Systems is driven by the vision that in ten years, missions to space will launch every day from around the world. We've set out to assure global access to space through the development of a low-cost launch vehicle and a modular ground system, RS1 and GS0.

Behind our business model is an exceptional team. Engineers, technicians and operators at ABL thrive on creating simple yet effective systems to tackle the challenge that space launch presents.

Launch is just the beginning. Join ABL in paving the way for the next-generation space platform.

TEST ENGINEER (MOJAVE)

Test Engineers oversee the hardware and vehicle testing for ABL. As a Test Engineer, you will aid in the development, implementation, and operation of test stands and supporting systems at our test site in Mojave. Responsibilities include preparing the site and testing of engines, propulsion components, and RS1 stages. In this role you will have the opportunity to get hands-on the fully integrated engine and stage assemblies, and witness rocket engines firing up close and personal. This role requires a hands-on individual with meticulous attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support and perform test operations
  • Design, operate, and maintain test stands and supporting equipment
  • Supervise construction, commissioning, and activation of these facilities
  • Review test data against established criteria to make go/no-go call on vehicle and hardware integrity
  • Solve a variety of technical problems across broad ranges of timeframe, complexity, cost, and long-term impact

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of 2+ years of industry experience in a production, integration & test, or launch operations
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or related discipline)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Demonstrate success in technically focused projects involving hardware design, build, and test of support equipment (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and/or fluids)
  • Experienced with P&ID design and fluid instrumentation and control
  • Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids
  • High-pressure gas experience
  • Ability and willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment
  • Ownership of propulsion or structural test related projects including design, analysis, construction, and commissioning from beginning to end
  • Experience with Cryogenic systems
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar)
  • Experience in low-cost commercial / start-up space ventures
  • Experience with handling and transportation of unique project hardware
  • Experience with vehicle-level integration, test, and launch operations of flight hardware
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with strategic planning, project scoping, budgeting, and scheduling
  • Experience with generating and executing test plans

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTS:

  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to stoop, bend, and crawl
  • Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
  • Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence
  • Must be willing to work all shifts and available for overtime as well as weekends when needed
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment, but must be willing to perform work in field as required

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.