Test Engineer II, Component Verified today
About Firefly Aerospace
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas. This position is located at Firefly's manufacturing and test facility in Briggs, TX, north of Cedar Park.
Role Summary
This Level II position is for an engineer ready to take greater ownership of test execution and test system development. You will work on Firefly's Component Test Stand, partnering with responsible engineers across all programs (Alpha, A330/MLV, Blue Ghost and Elytra) to test and validate hardware in the pursuit of developing, qualifying, and accepting flight components.
You will be responsible for developing test procedures, executing test plans, and creating the required infrastructure (mechanical, electrical and software) to support component testing. You are expected to be fast on your feet, adaptive, hands-on, and self-sufficient in a time-sensitive operational environment.
Responsibilities
- Work with responsible engineers to develop test procedures and execute test plans for valves, mechanisms, COPVs, and other aerospace components
- Integrate test articles into existing fluid and data systems to achieve required pressures, temperatures, and data measurement requirements
- Design and develop automated scripts to streamline test operations
- Identify and execute improvement opportunities for the test stand and processes to increase operational cadence and reliability
- Analyze and review data using numerical analysis tools to ensure hardware is operating as expected
- Participate in resolving issues and non-conformances during operations; support failure and anomaly investigations
- Ensure all operations are performed on time, safely, and professionally
- Develop and execute system validations, activations, upgrades and other tests to prepare the stand for testing
Required Qualifications
- BS in Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 2 or more years of relevant engineering experience in testing, operations, manufacturing, integration, launch operations, or related technical environment
- Demonstrated experience executing engineering work in a hands-on operational environment
- Independent and driven; able to develop solutions with minimal guidance and oversight
- Collaborative multidisciplinary communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to read, understand, and develop P&IDs
- Exceptional comprehension of engineering fundamentals, particularly fluid dynamics and basic electronics
- Experience with 3D and 2D CAD software
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and be on your feet all day when required
- Ability to work on test stands and use standard mechanical and electrical tools
- Must be able to work 2nd shift up to 50% of the time
Desired Qualifications
- Fluid system testing, preferably with high pressure gas, water, and cryogenics (highly desired)
- Aerospace testing including launch and test operations
- Deep understanding of data acquisition systems, instrumentation, and connections between the two
- Ability to design and fabricate basic structures
- Prioritization and execution of tasks in high pressure, fast-paced environments
- Data analysis and processing up to and including custom code development and implementation
Employment Requirements
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.
Benefits
Firefly offers health, dental and vision plans with low deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet insurance, and flexible PTO options.