Propulsion Test Lab Engineer, Project Kuiper

$73,900 - $165,200/Yr

Unclassified - Redmond, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Redmond, WA

About the position

The Propulsion Test Lab Engineer will support the production line for flight hardware test deliverables within Project Kuiper, an initiative aimed at launching a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. This role involves operating and optimizing electric propulsion test infrastructure and processes, ensuring that various propulsion subsystems meet qualification and acceptance requirements for flight. The engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining test workflows, diagnosing test issues, and coordinating training for Test Operators.

Responsibilities

• Define standard operating procedures for test equipment changes and maintenance processes
• Contribute to test execution software development
• Assist in the development of test hardware, such as fixturing, harnessing, and automation
• Train operators in the execution of developed processes
• Work with test engineers to diagnose and solve test issues and improve test throughput and stability

Requirements

• Associates degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of relevant hardware testing experience
• 2+ years of hands-on work experience with electronic test equipment such as data acquisition devices, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and power supplies
• 2+ years of experience developing test software or processes
• 2+ years of experience contributing to test documentation and procedures

Nice-to-haves

• Experience testing aerospace hardware
• Experience working with vacuum and/or pressurized gas systems
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment
• Experience with test execution software such as TestStand, LabView, and Python
• Experience with testing of production hardware designed for space environments
• Experience building up test racks and infrastructure
• Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Financial benefits including equity and sign-on payments
• Comprehensive employee benefits package