Director, Test Site Operations (Aerospace)

Location: Onsite at NASA Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, United States

Company

hirify.global is an end-to-end space company developing rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems, including the reusable Neutron launch vehicle.

What you will do

• Lead engineers and technicians responsible for rocket engine test operations, test stand construction, engine assembly, and maintenance of test infrastructure.
• Mentor technical teams and provide hands-on leadership in a high-pressure testing environment.
• Develop and maintain project and program plans, budgets, and schedules across multiple departments and engineering disciplines.
• Manage external contractors and suppliers.
• Improve test site infrastructure to support multiple engine tests per day.
• Oversee site administration, supply chain, logistics, and team health and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in propulsion engineering and/or propulsion test leadership.
• Demonstrated experience supporting fast-paced technical projects.
• For work in the United States, eligibility under ITAR requirements is necessary: U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, refugee or asylum status, or eligibility to obtain the required government authorizations.
• Ability to work in an environment involving prolonged sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate noise, dust, and fumes.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering discipline.
• Experience with liquid natural gas or liquid methane rocket propellants.
• Experience testing systems from subcomponents through full flight systems.
• Software development for data acquisition and control systems.
• Working knowledge of complex IT systems used in propulsion testing.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on reusable launch vehicle and space technology programs intended to improve life on Earth.
• Collaborative environment built around teamwork, technical ownership, and hands-on execution.
• Fast-paced work with tight deadlines and high-performance technical missions.
• Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation support for the U.S. application and interview process.