Intuitive Machines · 12 hours ago
Propulsion Engineer – Component Test & Acceptance
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expIntuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. They are seeking a Propulsion Engineer to support testing and acceptance of propulsion system components, focusing on test procedure development and execution, data review, and certification documentation.
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Responsibilities
Support acceptance and qualification testing of propulsion system components, including proof pressure testing, leak testing, functional testing, and performance characterization
Develop, review, and execute component acceptance test procedures consistent with aerospace standards
Review test data for compliance to acceptance criteria and support disposition of nonconformances or anomalies
Generate and maintain test reports, data packages, and acceptance documentation required for flight and ground hardware certification
Support test readiness reviews, test configuration control, and post-test data reviews
Coordinate with technicians and test operators during test setup, execution, and teardown to ensure safe and repeatable operations
Contribute to general propulsion engineering tasks as required, supporting system design, build, test, verification, and operations activities across multiple programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline
Minimum experience: Bachelor's degree + 2 years of relevant engineering experience, or Master's degree + 1 year of relevant engineering experience
Experience testing aerospace, propulsion, or pressure system hardware
Experience writing, executing, or reviewing engineering test procedures and technical documentation
Ability to reduce, interpret, and clearly document test data
Working understanding of propulsion or pressure system components such as valves, regulators, sensors, and other fluid hardware
Strong attention to detail, safety, and configuration control in a flight or test hardware environment
Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering team
Preferred
Experience performing acceptance, qualification, or certification testing of aerospace pressure or propulsion components
Familiarity with aerospace standards and controlled test procedures
Experience with pressure testing, leak testing, and functional testing of fluid system components
Hands-on experience supporting component or subsystem testing in a lab or test facility
Experience working closely with technicians or test operators during hazardous or safety-critical testing
Proficiency with engineering data analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, or Excel
Experience with CAD tools (Creo, SolidWorks, or similar)
Company
Intuitive Machines
Intuitive Machines is a space exploration company that provides infrastructure and services to support lunar and other space missions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$444.45MKey Investors
Texas Space CommissionMaryland Department of CommerceNASA
2025-08-13Post Ipo Debt· $300M
2025-04-29Grant· $10M
2025-02-19Grant· $0.2M
Leadership Team
Peter McGrath
Chief Financial Officer
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