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Development Test Engineer II

Impulse· Assembly, Integration & Test
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Redondo Beach$110k - $140kFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Development Test Engineer II responsible for planning, executing, and analyzing tests to validate next-generation in-space mobility systems. Interfaces across design, analysis, manufacturing, and operations to ensure performance, safety, and reliability, maturing early-stage designs into flight-ready hardware.

Responsibilities

  • 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

Qualifications

  • 3+ years' 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

Skills

Required:Test planning and executionData analysisMechanical design understanding
Nice to have:Instrumentation and DAQ

Benefits

  • long-term incentives in the form of stock options
  • medical, vision & dental coverage
  • access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Last updated Aug 27, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Impulse

Accelerating our future beyond Earth

Accelerating our future beyond Earth

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