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Propulsion Test Engineer (Raptor Components)

SpaceX· Raptor Components - Engineering
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Hawthorne, CA$100k - $160kFull-timePosted 5d ago

About the role

Propulsion Test Engineer focusing on Raptor components, responsible for hands-on pressure testing, instrumentation, and test campaign management to qualify and troubleshoot Raptor control hardware in development, qualification, and failure investigations.

Responsibilities

  • Own component test plans, procedures, campaigns, and pass/fail criteria from development through qualification.
  • Hands-on execution of pressure, proof, leak, functional, thermal, and vibration testing on Raptor control components and avionics, including high-pressure fluids and gases and cryogenic conditions.
  • Propose which tests to run, prioritize, and coordinate asset/tool needs.
  • Design, build, and improve test tooling, fixtures, ground support equipment, and automated test systems to speed, repeatability, and safety.
  • Write procedures and train technicians and engineers for efficient checkouts.
  • Be the instrumentation and measurement expert on the component team; select sensors and assess data quality.
  • Set the standard for rigorous component qualification and acceptance testing, increasing scrutiny as programs mature.
  • Lead root-cause investigations and drive corrective actions with responsible engineers and suppliers.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline or physics
  • 1+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical, fluid, or electrical systems through professional work, internships, project or research teams, or a combination thereof

Skills

Required:Pressure testingTest planning and proceduresTest tooling and fixture designInstrumentation and data quality
Nice to have:Python or test automationFluid, electrical, and solid mechanics understanding

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives (stock or long-term cash awards)
  • Discretionary bonuses and stock purchase plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation (3 weeks) and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave according to company policy
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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