Propulsion Test Technician

Your Tasks

• Serve as in the field test operator and technician during all propulsion hot-fire campaigns
• Take responsibility of engine assembly processes and in-situ upgrades to the test hardware
• Test integrated engines to determine acceptability for flight
• Assembly, Integration, troubleshooting and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Perform hardware reviews to evaluate the performance of test articles and stand systems (operations, quality, structural, fluids, electrical).
• Find innovative ways to create, review, and optimize testing processes/procedures to increase test system capability and cadence.
• Manage the execution of projects within extremely short timelines
• Align resources to accomplish key objectives, assign clear accountability for important objectives
• Create and maintain technical documentation

Your Qualifications

• Professional work experience and/or a completed apprenticeship in Aerospace, Industrial Mechanic, Automotive Mechatronic, Agricultural and Construction Machinery Technician or a related mechanical field
• Hands-on experience with hardware assembly, including working with assembly manuals, technical drawings, and instrumentation plans
• Practical experience with test stands and associated operations, such as engine dynamometers, turbine test rigs, or rocket propulsion test stands
• A good understanding of fluid systems, including pneumatics and hydraulics, is an advantage
• Experience with instrumentation and sensors, such as pressure transducers, temperature sensors, piezoelectric sensors, strain gauges, load cells, and flow meters, is an advantage
• Fluent written and spoken English, as all day-to-day activities are conducted in English
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly across RFA's test and launch sites
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to contribute in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Calm, clear, and confident communication, including in high-pressure situations

We offer

	Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up
	Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
	Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass
	Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days
	RFA Family: Join regular company and team events
	Parking: Free parking for car and bike

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