5h ago
Propulsion Test Engineer
San Luis Obispo
$100k-$200k / year
full-timemidaerospace
🛠 Tech Stack
💼 About This Role
You'll support calibration and testing of advanced small engine systems for next-gen airborne defense platforms. Your work will drive propulsion system performance and help maintain the United States' strategic edge. This is a chance to shape a new kind of propulsion company built around modern automated manufacturing.
🎯 What You'll Do
- Design and build test cells and instrumentation packages
- Develop control systems for test cells ensuring high data quality
- Execute verification and validation test plans for engines
- Assist in assembly, integration, and testing of first articles
- Analyze test data to validate performance and recommend improvements
📋 Requirements
- 2+ years in mechanical engineering with engine systems focus
- Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., NX, SolidWorks)
- Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing mechanical systems
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
✨ Nice to Have
- Experience testing small turbine engines for aerospace or defense
- Familiarity with test cell design and data acquisition systems
- Knowledge of flight test campaigns and aerospace validation
🎁 Benefits & Perks
- 🏖️ Health insurance
- 🏖️ Retirement plans
- 🏖️ Professional development opportunities
- 🏖️ Highly competitive equity grants
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