Astrobotic · 16 hours ago
Component Test Engineer
Mojave, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expAstrobotic Technology Inc is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development. The Component Test Engineer will support the qualification and acceptance testing of vehicle components and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to achieve verification objectives.
AerospaceRoboticsInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Support the integrated, qualification and acceptance testing of vehicle components/assemblies, including propulsion systems, avionics hardware, pressurant systems, and structural components
Develop test plans and test procedures, design/analyze test fixturing to support both on and off vehicle testing, write test reports, and hold test readiness and data reviews
Support the development and maintenance of the V&V and requirement verification matrix with the Systems Engineering team
Ensure system solutions are flight worthy prior to test and flight operations
Work with the Structures, Mechanisms, Integration and Test lead to optimize when and how on vehicle testing is performed to best support vehicle assembly timeline
As required, support tests performed by external suppliers as the responsible engineer for a given component/system
Collaborate with functional engineering teams to ensure test and requirement verification objectives are achieved with test plans
Specify appropriate instrumentation to capture vehicle and component performance that balances cost and data fidelity
As part of test data reviews, provide and assess vehicle and component performance, including failure analysis and identifying critical failure modes, effects, and design solutions to mitigate test failures
Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation for test-related issues
Serve as a team member for Mojave test operations, including but not limited to component integration and testing, integrated engine and propulsion system testing, and flight vehicle testing
Generate and support discrepancy documentation and ensure test processes and test disciplines are being followed during integration and test execution
Ensure safe and successful test activities in a variety of environments
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or relevant field
3-5+ years of experience with integrated vehicle or component test
Working knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, actuators, and fittings
Experience with sensors, instrumentation (pressure transducers, accelerometers, etc.), and data acquisition/controls
Good working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines, including Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering
Excellent communication and team interaction skills, strong work ethic, and intrinsic self-motivation
A dedication to safety, including experience working with hazardous pressurized or other relevant systems
Ability to deliver results with minimal oversight
Preferred
An understanding of VTVL vehicle design and operations
Understands what is — and what is not — needed for high reliability VTVL systems, including knowledge of MIL-STD-1522, NASA-STD-5012 and FAA Guide to Verifying Safety-Critical Structures for Reusable Launch and Reentry Vehicles
Familiarity in systems engineering, including requirement validation and verification thru test
Familiarity with DO-160 and/or DO-178
Hands-on experience performing component and system qualification testing and/or directing technicians
Self-driven, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Company
Astrobotic
Astrobotic is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$249.63MKey Investors
NASARedevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP)Space Capital
2023-07-25Grant· $34.6M
2022-12-06Grant· $3M
2020-06-11Grant· $199.5M
Leadership Team
John Thornton
CEO
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