Senior Design and Test Engineer
Technology
Job Description
Job Description
Overview
Subject Matter Expert – Design and Test Engineer
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 for a Subject Matter Expert located at the NASA Ames Research Center in Moffett Field, CA. Astrion seeking a subject matter expert in Arc jet probe design at NASA Ames Research Center.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Knowledge of thermal protection systems, hypersonic environments, or high‑temperature material testing.
- Experience in instrumentation design, flight‑like probe/sensor assembly, or complex test system integration.
- Experience in test planning, experimental validation, or arc jet/ground test facilities (preferred).
- Ability to communicate technical findings clearly through reports, reviews, and documentation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Experience working in aerospace, R&D environments, or government facilities.
- Familiarity with thermal protection system components or arc jet facility hardware.
- Experience in sensor design and testing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assemble a new probe/sensor system based on designs developed by NASA subject‑matter experts.
- Develop test objectives and measurement requirements needed to evaluate the new probe’s performance.
- Create a detailed arc jet test plan, including procedures, instrumentation, verification steps, and qualification criteria.
- Conduct arc jet testing in the NASA Ames Arc Jet Facility to demonstrate performance and validate design requirements.
- Analyze test results and conduct a formal review with leadership from the Entry Systems Division.
- Prepare technical documentation to support the qualification, adoption, and long-term sustainment of the probe design for future missions.