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Senior Ground Test Facilities
Job in
Mountain View, Santa Clara County, California, 94039, USA
Listed on 2026-10-22
Listing for:
Astrion
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-22
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Test Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Subject Matter Expert
LOCATION:Moffett Field, CA
JOB STATUS:Part Time
CLEARANCE:
Ability to pass a Federal Background Check
CERTIFICATION:
TRAVEL:As Needed
SALARY: $100-$120/hour
Astrion has an exciting opportunity fora Subject Matter Expert located at the
NASA Ames Research Center
in
Moffett Field, CA
.Astrion seeking a subject matter expert in ground test facilities, specifically for the Arc Jet facility at NASA Ames Research Center.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Demonstrated experience working with complex engineering systems in extreme environmental conditions
- Broad expertise spanning multiple relevant technical disciplines
- Experience supporting hazardous test environments involving high voltage, high pressure, and vacuum systems
- Strong analytical, diagnostic, and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and customer‑focused environments
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or a related discipline
- Experience supporting arc jet facilities, high‑enthalpy test environments, or range test systems
- Hands‑on familiarity with facility operations such as high‑power electrical systems, high‑pressure gas delivery, and vacuum infrastructure
- Experience developing or improving facility operating procedures, safety protocols, or experimental methods
- Background in materials characterization, thermal protection systems, or aerothermal modeling
- Proficiency with data acquisition hardware/software, advanced instrumentation, or custom sensor integration
- Experience with system‑level troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and control systems
- Demonstrated contributions to facility upgrades, modernization efforts, or capability development
- Strong technical communication skills, including the ability to produce clear test plans, reports, and safety documentation
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, analyze, operate, and document structural, electrical, thermal, and dynamic systems
- Provide advanced technical expertise in thermodynamics, mechanics, control systems, sensors, data acquisition systems, lasers and optics, vibration, materials, industrial safety and power, fluid mechanics, and dynamic systems
- Address engineering challenges involving extreme temperatures, high heat flux, power control, and advanced instrumentation
- Support safe, compliant, and efficient operations across TSF facilities
- Collaborate with customers to develop test methods, operational procedures, and improvements that enhance capability and mission outcomes
- Contribute to continuous improvement of operational practices and facility readiness
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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