SUMMARY
The engineer for this position will support Flight and Test Operations team. This team is responsible for the operation of all the test stands Testing Site in Briggs, Texas as well as supporting launch operations at our launch sites, such as Vandenberg, California. If youre the type of person that wants to know every last detail regarding the operation, function and performance of a rocket, Test and Launch Operations is the place for you. Operations engineers partner with engineers from across the company to test and validate hardware all in the pursuit of making flight worthy components. Best of all, they launch the rockets.
Engineers on this team are responsible for not just partnering with their fellow engineers to hash out plans to test components to their flight-like limits, but also developing the required infrastructure, mechanical, electrical and software, to support these tests. Engineers are expected to be fast on their feet, adaptive and responsive to challenges. They are expected to be in the field, working in hands on and time sensitive applications. Operations Engineers are expected to be self-sufficient, driven and highly motivated engineers up for learning new skills and taking on challenges to excel.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Set up and perform tests on a wide range of small valves, mechanisms, COPVs, and other Aerospace components
Develop test procedures to check out and operate launch vehicle systems and subsystems
Execute test plans and procedures on console, using voice comm systems and data display and control systems
Develop and execute system validations, activations, upgrades and other tests required to ensure your stand is ready to support testing
Manage test stand scheduling for operations and maintenance down time
Participate in resolving any issues and non-conformances that arise during operations, and support failure and anomaly investigations, troubleshooting and resolution development
Design and develop automated scripts that support test and launch operations
Work with test site and launch site responsible engineers to optimize test and launch systems designs and operation
Identify continuous improvement opportunities for performance, reliability, and cost
Ensure all operations are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner
Analyze and review data to ensure that hardware is operating as expected utilizing numerical data analysis tools to interpret test results
Tools & Software:
LabVIEW
Power BI
Smartsheets
Gantt chart tools
CAD
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Ability to read and understand technical drawings, including GD&T and P&IDs
Experience building, troubleshooting or operating fluid systems
Experience with test plan generation
Ability to perform computations for fluid systems (e.g., pressure drop, valve timing, etc.) for liquids, cryogenic liquids, and gases
Independent, driven and able to develop solutions with minimal guidance and oversight
Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure fast-paced environment
Familiarity with instrumentation and instrumentation deployment methods
Familiarity with data acquisition and control methods, and data analysis tools
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.