Chief Engineer - Airbreathing Propulsion Test

📋 Description

• Own facility development end to end: Lead requirements definition, system architecture, design
• Translate test objectives into facility capabilities: Define and integrate the mechanical, fluid
• Lead technical integration: Direct cross-functional engineers, equipment suppliers, construction
• Drive commissioning and activation: Establish commissioning plans, resolve integration issues
• Own technical tradeoffs and execution: Make independent decisions on design, scope, risk, schedule
• Partner with propulsion and test teams: Ensure the facility supports current engine testing needs

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in propulsion test facilities, engine test systems, or
• Demonstrated experience leading the build, integration, commissioning, or major upgrade of a
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong technical understanding of the systems that enable safe, reliable propulsion testing
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and external contractors through complex
• Proven ability to own technical decisions, resolve integration challenges, and deliver operational

🎁 Benefits

• 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
• Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
• Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued
• Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms