Spacecraft Test Engineer — Propulsion & Automation
Impulse Space
A space technology company based in Redondo Beach is seeking a Test Specialist to perform a range of spacecraft component testing. The role requires 7+ years of experience in propulsion or electronic assembly, along with strong troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include assembling high-quality components, improving automated testing processes, and documenting results accurately. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including access to medical coverage and a retirement plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Impulse Space
$110k - $140k
Impulsespace in Redondo Beach is seeking a Test Specialist. In this role, you will perform tests on spacecraft components and enhance testing... ...a high school diploma and 7+ years in propulsion systems or a related engineering degree. The ideal candidate will have experience...SuggestedFull time$110k - $180k
Impulsespace in Redondo Beach is looking for a Senior Development Test Engineer to design and build systems for liquid rocket propulsion testing. You'll own key test programs and collaborate with teams to ensure successful test operations. Ideal candidates will have a...Suggested- ...Job Description Description As a Test Automation Engineer at Impulse , you will develop and operate... ...the software systems that power our propulsion test infrastructure. You’ll be... ...retirement plan . Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to...SuggestedPermanent employmentFull time
$100.3k - $175.9k
...; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised... ...mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national... ...embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital... ...toward mission success. As a Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer ( Senior...SuggestedFor contractorsRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours- SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking an Avionics Test Engineer to design and develop test systems for electronic hardware on satellites... ...ground up while ensuring the safety and reliability of our spacecraft. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in engineering...Suggested
- ...Job Description Job Description Description As a Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of in-house propulsion... ...valves, and pressure components Conduct analysis and testing to ensure that the performance and function of hardware...Permanent employmentFull timeFlexible hours
$110k - $160k
...Impulse Space is seeking a Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer II in Redondo Beach, CA. The role involves owning propulsion system design and implementation in a fast-paced team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and significant aerospace propulsion experience, with...- A leading aerospace firm in California is seeking a motivated Test Engineer to lead experimental development in propulsion systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in plasma physics, instrumentation, and data analysis, with a focus on electric propulsion...
$95k - $115k
Test Engineer, Propulsion Components (Starship) Location: Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded under the... ...for Falcon Launch Systems, Dragon Spacecraft Systems, Starship Launch and Spacecraft... ...mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics, automation and control systems, as well as the...Permanent employmentTemporary workInternshipFlexible hours$100k - $155k
Impulse Space seeks a Propulsion Component Engineer in Redondo Beach to oversee the design of spacecraft components from concept to realization. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in engineering or science and has 3+ years of experience in component design...Flexible hours$30 per hour
...Avionics Test Engineering Intern (Fall 2026) Department: Assembly, Integration... ...testing and integration of spacecraft avionics systems. As an... ...support hardware Develop automated testing solutions to... ...Collaborate with avionics, propulsion, GNC, software, and integration...Permanent employmentInternship- ...Impulsespace in Redondo Beach is seeking an RF Test Engineering Intern for Fall 2026. This role involves supporting automation and execution of RF test systems, emphasizing test automation and lab validation. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Electrical or Computer...Internship
- A leading aerospace company in California is seeking a Test Engineer to design and oversee test campaigns for spacecraft. Responsibilities include executing comprehensive flight testing and building unique testing systems. Ideal candidates have experience in spacecraft...
$105k - $165k
Impulsespace in Redondo Beach, CA, is looking for a Thermal & Vacuum Test Engineer to design and operate environmental test systems for spacecraft components. Responsibilities include building test assets, developing test procedures, and executing thermal and vacuum tests...- A leading aerospace company based in California is seeking a Test Engineer, Propulsion Components to work on flight hardware development for advanced spacecraft. You will be responsible for developing detailed test plans, conducting tests in compliance with safety protocols...
- A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Thermal & Vacuum Test Engineer in Redondo Beach, California. You will design and operate test systems for spacecraft components, ensuring reliability and performance under space-like conditions. The ideal candidate will have...
$105k - $135k
Impulsespace in Redondo Beach seeks an RF Test Engineer to support testing of wireless spacecraft and communication systems. You will work with engineers to develop automated test systems and improve test reliability. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Engineering...Full time- ...leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Spacecraft Integration Specialist (Avionics) to support the integration and testing of spacecraft avionics systems.... ...system-level testing, and collaborating with engineering teams. The successful candidate will have experience...Full time
$110k - $140k
Impulsespace in Redondo Beach is seeking a Spacecraft Integration Specialist (Avionics) to support the integration and testing of spacecraft avionics systems. You will handle the planning and execution of tests to ensure hardware meets performance and reliability standards...- Impulsespace in Redondo Beach is seeking a Senior RF Test Engineer who will own RF test strategy, automation infrastructure, and validation for wireless spacecraft communication systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at...Full time
- ...Job Description Description As a Test Automation Engineer at Impulse, you will own all aspects... ...aerospace engineering. Familiarity with Propulsion Systems development testing.... ...retirement plan . Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to...Permanent employmentFull time
- A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Structures and Propulsion in El Segundo, California. This role involves developing and implementing manufacturing processes for satellites and related components. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor...Afternoon shift
$90k - $124.5k
...business from the ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a... ...highly performant and manufacturable engines for Terran R. Engineers are responsible... ...This role is on the Engine Systems & Test Team. Our work spans simulation & software...Full timeWork experience placementInternshipShift workRotating shiftWeekend workDay shiftAfternoon shift- ...already overwhelming demand. Responsibilities Build and lead the Test Engineering team spanning hardware, software, and systems test... ...validation through integrated system flight tests. Partner with propulsion, avionics, GNC, and mechanical teams to define test requirements...
$139k - $177k
...business from the ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a... .... Join us. About the Team: The Engine Manufacturing team is dedicated to... ...center development across sites. Author test procedures and act as test conductor to verify...Work at office- ...decisions, and have immediate, real-world impact. Senior Avionics Test Engineer We are looking for a Senior Avionics Test Engineer to... ...to production. In this role, you will own test requirements, automated test equipment (ATE) development, integration, validation,...Full timeImmediate start
- ...A leading aerospace company in California is looking for an Avionics Test Engineer to design and maintain test solutions for complex flight hardware. This role involves writing automation software and collaborating with design engineers to enhance product reliability....
$30 per hour
...Impulse Space is seeking an Avionics Test Engineering Intern for Fall 2026 in Redondo Beach, CA. The position offers hands-on experience in testing spacecraft avionics systems, where interns will assist in developing and improving test systems. Candidates should be pursuing...Internship$126k - $172.5k
...ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics... ...the Team: The Avionics Test & Operations team is... ...vehicle-level. As an Avionics Test Engineer at Relativity Space, you will... ...troubleshoot any issues and developing automation and testing infrastructure to...$70.4k
...Avionics Integration & Test Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) El Segundo, California, United States Role Overview: As an Avionics Integration... ...executing test campaigns, documenting results, and writing automation to improve test infrastructure. Whether you're wiring up a...Permanent employmentFull timeSummer workInternshipImmediate startWork from homeFlexible hours
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