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Structural Test Engineer

Impulse Space

Impulse Space

Quality Assurance
Posted 6+ months ago
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As a Structural Test Engineer at Impulse Space, you will be responsible for all aspects of structural test equipment design and operations while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.
Department
Propulsion Engineering
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Redondo Beach
Workplace type
Onsite
Compensation
$105,000 - $165,000 / year
Reporting To
Kevin Miller, VP of Propulsion

Responsibilities

  • Design, analyze and build static and dynamic structural load test stands in support of the Helios cryogenic orbital transfer vehicle and Deneb engine components
  • Create fabrication drawings, define project execution plans, procure parts and equipment
  • Assemble, commission, and operate test stands
  • Own major test stand build up while collaborating with wide ranging teams across the company and at different physical locations
  • Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in structural design and/or testing
  • Strong engineering design fundamentals in structural and mechanical analysis
  • Able to create and clearly communicate fluid P&IDs, electrical and controls schematics
  • Able to identify and procure appropriate test equipment
  • Prior hands-on operational experience working with cryogenic, flightweight structures
  • Previously demonstrated ownership of test stand design and build-up
  • Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Successful demonstration of full life-cycle ownership of structural or mechanical test equipment
  • Prior experience working with hydraulics, high pressure gases, and cryogenic propellants
  • Working knowledge of components (actuators, load cells, LVDTs, valves, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring)
  • Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment
Additional Requirements:
  • Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.


To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

About Impulse Space

Impulse Space, the in-space transportation company founded by Tom Mueller, is opening access beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with its fleet of in-space transportation vehicles. The high-energy Helios vehicle unlocks orbits beyond LEO with its powerful Deneb engine, dropping off payloads in MEO, GEO, heliocentric, lunar, and other planetary orbits. The flight-proven Mira vehicle uses a nontoxic, high-impulse chemical propulsion system to offer orbital transport, constellation deployment, and precision reentry services to customers throughout LEO. Led by a team that delivered the most reliable rockets in history, Impulse provides economical and efficient in-space transportation by reliably and rapidly getting customers where they want to go.

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