Development Test Engineer
Development Test Engineer at Impulse Space plans, executes, and analyzes tests validating in-space mobility hardware in Redondo Beach, CA. Day to day they design and commission test fixtures (fluid, cryogenic, high-pressure, structural), run live test campaigns, and analyze data with Python/MATLAB, working closely with design, manufacturing, and operations teams.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Redondo Beach, California
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Category
- Qa
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required ITAR authorizations
- 1+ years' professional experience testing aerospace or spaceflight hardware (propulsion, structures, mechanisms, avionics)
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
- Demonstrated understanding of mechanical, propulsion, fluid, or structural systems
- Strong data analysis skills using tools such as Python, MATLAB, or similar
- Hands-on experience with hardware in a laboratory or test-stand environment
- Ability to manage multiple test campaigns in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
- Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
- Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
Nice to have
- 2+ years' experience testing aerospace or spaceflight hardware (propulsion, structures, mechanisms, avionics)
- Familiarity with high-pressure fluid systems, cryogenic systems, or hazardous test operations
- Proficiency with instrumentation, DAQ systems, and sensor selection/integration
- Demonstrated ability to develop test plans, execute complex tests, and document results
- Background designing and automating test setups with NI, LabVIEW, PLCs, or similar platforms
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, FEA/CFD results, and system requirements
- Prior involvement in fast-paced R&D or startup environments with rapid iteration cycles
Full description
The Development Test Engineer at Impulse, will lead the planning, execution, and analysis of tests critical to validating next-generation in-space mobility systems. This role is highly cross-functional, interfacing with design, analysis, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure products meet performance, safety, and reliability requirements. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering fundamentals with hands-on test experience in a fast-paced development environment. This position plays a key role in maturing early-stage designs into flight-ready hardware.
- Design, build, and commission test fixtures for fluid, cryogenic, high-pressure, cyclic, environmental, mechanical, and structural testing
- Execute tests safely and efficiently, including setup, operations, and troubleshooting during live test events
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
- Work closely with design and manufacturing teams to ensure testability and rapid feedback cycles
- Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
- 1+ years' professional experience testing aerospace or spaceflight hardware (propulsion systems, structures, mechanisms, avionics)
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
- A demonstrated understanding of mechanical, propulsion, fluid, or structural systems
- Strong data analysis skills using tools such as Python, MATLAB, or similar
- Hands-on experience with hardware in a laboratory or test-stand environment
- Ability to manage multiple test campaigns in a fast-paced environment
- 2+ years' experience testing aerospace or spaceflight hardware (propulsion systems, structures, mechanisms, avionics)
- Familiarity with high-pressure fluid systems, cryogenic systems, or hazardous test operations
- Proficiency with instrumentation, DAQ systems, and sensor selection/integration
- Demonstrated ability to develop test plans, execute complex tests, and document results
- Background in designing and automating test setups with NI, LabVIEW, PLCs, or similar platforms
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, FEA/CFD results, and system requirements
- Prior involvement in fast-paced R&D or startup environments with rapid iteration cycles
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 , and access to as well as .