About the position Valiant Space is an in-space propulsion company based in Brisbane, Australia. The company designs, manufactures, and tests non-toxic thrusters, space-rated valves, and full propulsion systems for small satellites. The company is continually growing and is onboarding new staff and increasing its product line.

This is an exciting time to become a part of Valiant Space and our journey We are currently looking for a

Propulsion Test Engineer to join our team for a quick-paced, hands-on position that will give you the chance to test spaceflight hardware

Responsibilities

Design, operate, and maintain test rigs across Valiant's entire product range, including thrusters, valves, propellant tanks, satellite structures, etc.

Lead the testing campaigns of propulsion systems and components throughout all stages of qualification and acceptance before spaceflight

Development of testing processes and procedures





Support broader engineering efforts in both product design and ground support equipment

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field

Ability to work autonomously in a demanding startup atmosphere

Proficient with Autodesk Fusion360 or equivalent CAD packages

Proficient with test data acquisition software (Labview preferred)

Experience with pressure equipment / fittings

Excellent communication and time management skills

Excellent attention to detail

Desired Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Up to 3-5 years of relevant aerospace experience in testing (ideally of space propulsion systems / components)

Experience with numerous scripting and programming languages (e.g. C/C++, Python, Matlab).

Experience working with space standards and requirements

📌 Propulsion Test Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Valiant Space
📍 Brisbane