DEV) Test Automation Developer

Canada Rocket Company is developing Canada's first medium-lift launch vehicle. We are a team of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, Rocket Lab, Ariane Group, Pangea Propulsion, Tesla, MDA, and more, b...

We are a team of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, Rocket Lab, Ariane Group, Pangea Propulsion, Tesla, MDA, and more, bringing over a century of combined launch and space systems experience back to Canada.

Our mission is to provide reliable, independent access to space for Canada and its allies in a rapidly expanding global market.

Our approach is defined by pragmatic engineering:

• We utilize a single 725 kN engine that scales from light- to medium-lift via engine clustering.
• We lean on simple, proven technologies to reach orbit faster, avoiding the pitfalls of complex or novel designs.
• We test early and often, catching problems on the bench instead of at the pad.

Backed by over $20M in funding secured within our first four months, including the largest all-Canadian seed round in the sector and an $8.3M Department of National Defence grant, we are moving with the speed and institutional backing required to meet Canada's orbital launch needs.

Canada Rocket Company is building a sovereign launch capability for Canada. As a mechanical technician at the Canada Rocket Company's rocket test facility you would serve as the hands-on backbone of propulsion testing operations. This role is responsible for assembling, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting facility systems, aerospace components, turbo machinery, and a 725 kN rocket engine. Day to day, this involves mounting test articles and engines onto test stands, installing sensors and instrumentation, torquing fittings to precise specifications, and performing leak checks to ensure systems can safely handle cryogenic fuel and oxidizer under extreme pressures and temperatures.

The technician works closely with test engineers to prepare for hot-fire campaigns, conducting pre-test inspections, supporting valve and actuator calibrations, and verifying that every mechanical interface meets stringent safety and quality standards. Because rocket testing carries inherent hazards, attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures are essential—a single overlooked connection or improperly torqued bolt can jeopardize both expensive hardware and personnel safety.

Beyond test execution, the role often includes post-test teardown, hardware inspection for damage or wear, refurbishment, and documentation, all of which contribute to the iterative process of developing and qualifying reliable propulsion systems.

• Assemble and disassemble rocket engines, components, and subassemblies according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications
• Mount test articles, engines, and hardware onto test stands and fixtures.
• Install and connect instrumentation, sensors, transducers, and thermocouples
• Perform leak checks and pressure tests on fluid and gas systems
• Conduct pre-test inspections and verify hardware configuration against documentation
• Support hot-fire test operations, including setup, console support, and safing procedures
• Perform post-test teardown, inspection, and hardware refurbishment
• Identify, document, and report hardware damage, wear, anomalies, and discrepancies
• Calibrate and check valves, actuators, regulators, and other mechanical components
• Complete documentation, travelers, and quality records for traceability
• Collaborate with test engineers, quality inspectors, and design teams to resolve technical issues
• Support facility and test stand build, modifications, maintenance, and upgrades

• Required:
• Technical/trade certification or associate degree in a relevant field (mechanical technology, aerospace,…