Venus Aerospace

Venus Aerospace

Test Operator

Houston, TX · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 166 days ago
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About the role

  • Coordinate and execute test campaigns, including propulsion hot fires, structural, vibration, and thermal testing.
  • Operate and monitor test stand systems, propulsion hardware, and instrumentation.
  • Author, review, and refine detailed test procedures and analyze test data for accuracy and performance.

Responsibilities

  • With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications.
  • Collaborate with technicians to troubleshoot instrumentation issues and improve reliability.
  • Support setup, upgrades, maintenance, and breakdown of test stands to ensure readiness for future campaigns.
  • Monitor hardware and instrumentation at the test site and troubleshoot as needed to maintain or improve data fidelity.
  • You'll collaborate across disciplines and drive continuous improvements in test execution.
  • Lead the execution of test procedures, ensuring compliance with engineering requirements and safety standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve hardware configurations, data collection tools and methods, and modify procedures to enhance overall test performance and reliability.
  • Ability to read and follow engineering instructions and independently implement new tools or data collection methods

Requirements

  • Ability to read P&IDs and understand the flow of gases and fluids
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software.
  • Experience with mechanical and fluid system design.
  • Experience with electrical and mechanical fabrication.
  • Experience with pressurized gases and liquids up to 6000psia.
  • Experience with NI hardware (PXIe, cRIO, cDAQ).
  • Experience designing and commissioning new test facilities.
  • Experience with GIT repositories and/or JSON file types.
  • 1 - 3 years of experience in a hardware testing environment. (Nationally recognized rocket club experience is accepted as qualifying hands-on experience)

Skills

  • Analyze test data in real time using engineering tools and scripts for visualization and evaluation

Benefits

  • Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision.
  • We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.
  • Messages or any other purposes, such as following up on an application, third party staffing agencies, website technical issues, or any other issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

Company info

  • Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace. At Venus, we're looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion. The Role: Test Operator As a Test Operator, you will be at the center of propulsion and systems testing, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations. You'll collaborate across disciplines and drive continuous improvements in test execution.
  • What You'll Get To Do
  • Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion.
  • We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight.
  • Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace.
  • At Venus, we're looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.
  • The Role: Test Operator As a Test Operator, you will be at the center of propulsion and systems testing, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans.
  • Equal Opportunity Employment Policy, please visit our EEOP page.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U
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