Manager, Component Test Engineer

Firefly Aerospace is an end-to-end responsive space company on a mission to enable our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. Our small- to medium-lift launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles allow us to service the entire lifecycle of government and commercial missions from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. We are seeking a Test Engineer to support Firefly’s Flight and Test Operations team. This team is responsible for the operation of all the test stands at Firefly’s Testing Site in Briggs, Texas as well as supporting launch operations at our launch sites, such as Vandenberg, California. Responsibilities Set up and perform tests on a wide range of small valves, mechanisms, COPVs, and other Aerospace components Develop test procedures to check out and operate launch vehicle systems and subsystems Execute test plans and procedures on console, using voice comm systems and data display and control systems Develop and execute system validations, activations, upgrades and other tests required to ensure your stand is ready to support testing Manage test stand scheduling for operations and maintenance down time Participate in resolving any issues and non-conformances that arise during operations, and support failure and anomaly investigations, troubleshooting and resolution development Design and develop automated scripts that support test and launch operations Work with test site and launch site responsible engineers to optimize test and launch systems designs and operation Identify continuous improvement opportunities for performance, reliability, and cost Ensure all operations are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner Analyze and review data to ensure that hardware is operating as expected utilizing numerical data analysis tools to interpret test results Qualifications Required BS in Engineering or related engineering discipline Works well in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment Exceptional comprehension of engineering fundamentals Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills Experience with 3D and 2D CAD software Ability to lift 30 pounds and to be on your feet all day when required Ability to work on test stands and use standard mechanical and electrical tools Willingness to travel to support launch operations in California. (Max, 25%) Desired Ability to read and understand technical drawings, including GD&T and P&IDs Experience building, troubleshooting or operating fluid systems Experience with test plan generation Ability to perform computations for fluid systems (e.g., pressure drop, valve timing, etc.) for liquids, cryogenic liquids, and gases Independent, driven and able to develop solutions with minimal guidance and oversight Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure fast-paced environment Familiarity with instrumentation and instrumentation deployment methods Familiarity with data acquisition and control methods, and data analysis tools Firefly Aerospace offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet Insurance, and flexible PTO options. Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on 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.

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