Test Operations Engineer II/Senior Test Operations Engineer (Aerospace)

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

Company

hirify.global is an aerospace company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems, including the Neutron launch vehicle and Archimedes rocket engine.

What you will do

• Operate facility test consoles while maintaining situational awareness and continuous communication during test activities.
• Lead and support technicians and engineers setting up and operating the test facility.
• Conduct safe tests while preserving data quality and integrity.
• Troubleshoot facility and test operations issues and optimize checkout, processing, testing, and post-test activities.
• Collaborate with Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle design teams to prepare and execute tests on engine and stage hardware.
• Support GSE teams with the design, build, installation, checkout, cleanliness, system integrity, and calibration of facility and data acquisition systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical engineering, or another technical discipline.
• For Engineer II: 2+ years of experience operating rocket engine test stands or launch complexes.
• For Senior Engineer I: 5+ years of experience operating rocket engine test stands or launch complexes.
• For work in the United States, candidates must meet applicable ITAR eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, refugee or asylum status, or eligibility to obtain required authorizations.
• Ability to work onsite with prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer work, plus occasional exposure to moderate noise, dust, and fumes.

Nice to have

• Experience designing systems and developing computer tools for automation or analysis.
• Experience operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methane.
• Working knowledge of computer networks and IT infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating with multiple engineering disciplines, fabricators, and suppliers.
• Leadership experience through pilot training, scouting, sports teams, or similar activities.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced environment focused on space technology and meaningful missions.
• Strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, accountability, and technical execution.
• Work involves tight deadlines, high-pressure operations, and hands-on facility activities.
• Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation support are provided.