Test Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a background in engineering with experience in testing methodologies, particularly in structural and dynamic testing. Your interpersonal skills enable you to work effectively with a team, helping to accelerate hardware production and improve quality. You are detail-oriented and have a strong analytical mindset, allowing you to evaluate hardware against acceptance test criteria. You are familiar with complex test facility systems and can interpret schematics and wiring diagrams with ease. Your experience with data acquisition systems enhances your ability to improve in-test data recording and usability.

Desirable

Experience with high-performance spaceflight hardware is a plus, as is familiarity with numerical data analysis tools. You are proactive in developing novel ways to streamline testing processes and increase efficiency site-wide. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects that extend humanity's reach beyond Earth.

What you'll do

As a Test Engineer for the Dragon program, you will conduct various tests on flight and qualification hardware, ensuring that all parts meet the necessary acceptance criteria. You will develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans for products ranging from components to vehicle-level systems. Operating complex test facility systems will be a key part of your role, and you will utilize LabVIEW to control test processes while directing a team of technicians. Analyzing and reviewing data will be crucial to ensure that hardware operates as expected, and you will leverage numerical data analysis tools to interpret test results effectively. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and reliability of testing processes, helping SpaceX achieve its ambitious goals.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing space exploration. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a significant impact on the future of space travel. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that is shaping the future of humanity in space. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.