Propulsion Engineering Technician

4w1 month ago

Mach Industries

San Luis Obispo, US · Full-time · $50,000 – $100,000

About this role

Mach Industries is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Technician to support calibration and testing of advanced small engine systems for the next generation of airborne defense platforms. In this role, you will be instrumental in building, operating, and testing propulsion systems that ensure the United States maintains its strategic advantage.

Your day-to-day involves building, operating, and maintaining test systems including test cells and instrumentation packages. You will also perform engine performance testing and calibration, and build prototype engines for development testing. You will execute verification and validation test plans of engines and related systems.

You will collaborate with propulsion engineers and test teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize system performance. Mach Propulsion is redefining the small turbine engine, designing for high-rate production, scalability, and modularity, offering you a chance to shape a new kind of propulsion company.

This role contributes to the development of high-performance, scalable engines that power autonomous defense platforms. You will help the United States maintain its strategic advantage in modern warfare through hands-on expertise.

Requirements

5 years in related aerospace maintenance or development support role, A&P certificate preferred.
Direct engine experience required, aerospace piston or turbine preferred.
Multi-talented across overall test ops, understanding of flight test development campaigns and helping to lead the engineering team on requirements.
Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and iteration of mechanical systems.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, self-motivated to create solutions.
Willing to support short-term off-site testing at various test ranges.
Experience with small turbine engines or aerospace propulsion systems in a testing or maintenance capacity.
Familiarity with test cell operations, instrumentation setup, and engine calibration techniques.

Responsibilities

Build, operate, and maintain test systems and infrastructure including test cells and instrumentation packages.
Perform engine performance testing and calibration.
Build and rebuild prototype engines for development testing.
Execute verification and validation test plans of engines and related systems.
Collaborate with propulsion engineers and test teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize system performance.
Maintain detailed records of test setups, procedures, and results to support engineering analysis.
Support short-term off-site testing at various test ranges as needed to meet project objectives.