Propulsion Test Engineer

Cimarron is seeking a Propulsion Test Engineer to support the development of the CST‑100 Starliner, a spacecraft supporting NASA’s Commercial Crew Program in Titusville, FL. The selected candidate must be able to support 1st and 2nd shift assignments, including overtime.

• Perform leak checks and operate high‑pressure fluid systems for spacecraft testing.
• Work with hypergolic propellants and ensure safe handling procedures.
• Support spacecraft test engineering activities, ensuring test plan and safety protocols adherence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot and optimize system performance.

• Only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time due to facility security requirements.
• Ability to complete a pre‑employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• This is a sensitive/safety‑sensitive position and is subject to DOT random drug and alcohol testing.
• 5 or more years of propulsion‑related fluids test engineering experience on spacecraft.
• Experience loading hypergolic propellants or performing test operations on hypergol‑contaminated systems.
• Experience with leak checking spacecraft fluid systems.
• Experience developing procedures for leak checks and functional testing of hypergolic propellant systems.
• Experience operating high‑pressure pneumatic equipment for flight hardware pressurization.
• Experience leading technicians, QA personnel, and test engineers during test execution.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for resolving non‑conformances on ground support and flight hardware.
• Bachelor’s degree.

• Current or previous non‑Destructive Test (NDT) Leak Test certification.
• Current or previous SCAPE/SAR certification.

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer‑driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees’ worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and more.

From company communication through company‑wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family.
Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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Location: Titusville, FL Salary: $55,000–$70,000