Senior Test Engineer

Job overview

The Senior Test Engineer role is onsite in Houston, TX, and compensation is not specified. Venus Aerospace develops rocket propulsion technologies, including rotating detonation rocket engines and detonation ramjets. This role leads the development and operation of propulsion test capabilities, taking test programs from system design through execution and qualification. It contributes to the safety, reliability, and performance of propulsion systems through test data analysis, troubleshooting, and technical leadership.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, commission, and operate propulsion test facilities
• architect high-pressure fluid, pneumatic, hydraulic, and cryogenic systems
• develop automated test stands
• create test plans and hazard analyses
• execute development and qualification campaigns
• analyze test data
• lead root-cause investigations
• mentor engineers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior test engineer

full-time

houston tx

venus aerospace

aerospace

rocket propulsion

test facilities

automated test systems

cryogenic systems

test data analysis

engineering leadership

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), stock options, medical, dental, and vision benefits, flexible Friday schedule, unlimited paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Why this role

The posting lists a flexible Friday schedule, unlimited paid time off, professional development, 401(k), stock options, and medical, dental, and vision benefits.

About the employer

Venus Aerospace is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.