Cryogenic Propulsion Test Engineer

1        Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail -oriented Cryogenic
Propulsion Test Engineer to join our propulsion systems team. The role
involves planning, execution, and analysis of cryogenic engine and subsystem
tests to support design validation, qualification, and flight readiness of
liquid rocket engines.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Execution
  
• Develop test plans, test
  procedures, and safety documentation for cryogenic propulsion systems.
  
• Conduct hot -fire tests, cold -flow
  tests, and subsystem verifications for cryogenic engines.
  
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary
  teams for facility readiness, instrumentation setup, and test execution.
  
• Facility & System Setup
  
• Design, review, and implement
  P&IDs, fluid schematics, and facility modifications for cryogenic
  propellant systems.
  
• Oversee installation,
  commissioning, and operation of cryogenic fluid handling systems (LOX,
  LH2, LN2).
  
• Ensure compliance with safety
  protocols for handling cryogenic and high -pressure systems.
  
• Instrumentation & Data Analysis
  
• Define sensor requirements
  (pressure, temperature, flow, thrust, vibration, etc.).
  
• Monitor and troubleshoot real -time
  test data.
  
• Post -test data reduction,
  performance analysis, and correlation with design models.
  
• Process & Documentation
  
• Lead root cause analysis of test
  anomalies and implement corrective actions.
  
• Document test reports, data logs,
  and technical findings.
  
• Contribute to continuous
  improvement of test processes and facility reliability.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree
  in  Aerospace, Mechanical, or
  Cryogenics Engineering.
  
• Minimum of
  2–4 years of relevant experience in propulsion systems, testing, or
  related fields
  
• Strong knowledge of cryogenic fluid
  dynamics, thermodynamics, and rocket propulsion.
  
• Hands -on experience with cryogenic
  propellant handling, test facility operations, and instrumentation.
  
• Familiarity with safety standards,
  risk assessment, and hazard analysis for cryogenic testing.
  
• Proficiency in tools like MATLAB,
  LabVIEW, Python, or other data acquisition/analysis software.
  

Preferred
Skills

• Experience with liquid rocket
  engine hot -fire testing (LOX/Kerosene, LOX/LH2/LNG, or storable
  propellants).
  
• Exposure to pressurization systems
  (Helium, GN2), turbomachinery, and control valves.
  
• Knowledge of system modelling, CFD,
  or FEA tools is a plus.
  
• Strong problem -solving, teamwork,
  and communication skills.
  

Location &
Work Environment

• On -site test facility operations
  (may involve remote test sites).
  
• High -paced environment with
  emphasis on safety, precision, and reliability.
  
• Requires occasional long hours and
  shift -based operations during test campaigns.
  
• Working closely with test
  technicians to prepare hardware for testing.
  
• Operating test consoles in a
  control room during test campaigns.
  
• Working in a fast -paced, dynamic
  environment with the pressure of strict deadlines