Firefly Aerospace

SDET

• Lead the integration, instrumentation, and execution of hotfire tests for the Spectre propulsion engine and related liquid propulsion systems
• Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures, and operational sequences for complex propulsion system testing
• Serve as test conductor for critical test operations, managing console operations, data acquisition systems, and test team communications
• Perform and oversee hands-on setup, checkout, and operation of ground support equipment including propellant transfer systems, pressurization systems, and safety systems
• Execute propellant loading, engine conditioning, ignition sequences, and safing operations in accordance with approved procedures
• Analyze test data in real-time and post-test to verify system performance, identify anomalies, and validate test objectives using tools such as Python, LabView, or similar
• Lead anomaly investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions
• Collaborate with propulsion design engineers, systems engineers, and technicians to resolve technical issues and optimize test operations
• Support design reviews and provide test operations input to hardware and facility design efforts
• Develop and improve test infrastructure, instrumentation strategies, and operational capabilities
• Ensure all test operations comply with safety protocols, hazard controls, and regulatory requirements for hypergolic propellant operations
• Participate in hazard analyses, safety reviews, and operational readiness reviews
• Maintain accurate test documentation, configuration control, and test records
• Support development and review of facility procedures, work instructions, and safety documentation
• Work directly with stakeholders of the Blue Ghost Lunar Lander program and other Firefly propulsion development efforts
• Support test schedule development and resource planning for propulsion test campaigns
• Provide technical mentorship and training to junior test engineers and technicians

Propulsion Test Engineer – Spacecraft

Supply Chain

• Analyze inventory discrepancies, in-plant transactions, and material losses; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Provide administrative support and oversight for POU (Point of Use) inventory, including tracking, replenishment validation, and process compliance.
• Collaborate with the Odoo team to develop, improve, and implement system-driven inventory processes and solutions.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, including development of work instructions, process standardization, and team training.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support investigations, resolve issues, and drive operational alignment.
• Track, analyze, and report inventory KPIs to measure performance, identify trends, and drive improvements.
• Build and maintain tools, reports, and dashboards to enhance inventory visibility and operational efficiency.
• Support team engagement by providing data-driven insights and contributing to a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Inventory Control Administrator

• Design and develop test procedures for testing our Ground and Flight Software in all-digital and hardware-in-the-loop simulation environments
• Develop software for automating test case execution and report generation
• Setup automated testing of daily commits of new Ground and Flight Software and act as a peer reviewer for Merge/Pull Requests
• Create unit tests for simulation models, Flight Software, and Ground Software
• Adhere to customer test requirements, whether internal or external
• Develop and document requirements, designs, plans, and schedules
• Provide accurate test development milestones and communicate them to stakeholders
• Use Firefly Aerospace Software Engineering development processes and best practices
• Actively learn new test technologies and techniques and apply them to Firefly Aerospace Software testing

Senior Software Test Engineer

Manager

• Lead the companys HSE program across manufacturing, test, and launch operations
• Develop and implement HSE management system elements with focus on ISO45001, ISO14001 and SIF prevention
• Lead corporate HSE strategy; establish standards, policies, procedures across multiple sites
• Serve as the senior SME on environmental compliance, occupational safety, hazardous operations, pressurized systems, emergency response, and process safety
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing HSE team
• Oversee hazard identification, TRA/JSA, risk assessment, and implementation of controls for identified high risk activities
• Maintain and continuously improve HSE and SIF prevention written programs, training, and communication
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA 1910/1926, EPA, DOT, and aerospace-specific standards
• Conduct incident investigations and corrective action planning
• Provide HSE oversight for hazardous test operations including engine firings, high-pressure systems, LN2/LOX systems, and ground support equipment
• Support launch operations including hazard reviews, emergency preparedness, and interface with Range Safety
• Review Work Instructions for hazardous operations to ensure proper controls are implemented
• Oversee compliance with RCRA, TCEQ, DTSC, hazardous waste, air/water permits, SPCC, Tier II, TRI and applicable state requirements (CA, VA)
• Manage environmental monitoring and waste minimization
• Maintain chemical inventory programs
• Serve as the point of contact for regulatory inspections, audits, environmental permitting, and compliance visits
• Manage ATF ordinance compliance across multiple sites and serve as the Responsible Person for maintaining ATF licensing
• Lead HSE training programs including hazardous operations, general safety, and emergency response
• Drive safety culture through engagement and visibility
• Develop metrics, dashboards, and reporting for HSE performance

EHS Manager

Electrical Engineer

• Perform high-reliability soldering and desoldering of electronic components on space-grade circuit cards, including through-hole, surface-mount, fine-pitch parts
• Remove and replace components on multilayer printed circuit boards (PCBs) using soldering irons, hot air rework stations, and precision tools while meeting hardware quality standards
• Perform trace cuts and install jumper wires of varying gauge sizes to implement design modifications or engineering change orders (ECOs) on both prototype and flight hardware
• Debug, troubleshoot, and repair electronic circuit cards at the component level using schematics, board views, test procedures
• Conduct functional and environmental testing of assembled or repaired circuit cards to verify performance using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other test instruments
• Maintain a clean, organized, and disciplined laboratory/workstation environment
• Maintain accurate documentation of configuration, rework actions, and test results
• Follow established procedures and safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Assist in the procurement of materials and components necessary for engineering projects, including sourcing, ordering, and inventory management

Electrical Engineering Technician

• Directly manage a team of engineers and technicians supporting environmental testing
• Hire, develop, and retain top talent; conduct performance reviews and support career growth
• Set clear goals and priorities for the team; foster a culture of safety, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Manage test scheduling and maintenance; unblock the testing team during daily test operations
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities for performance aimed at maximizing throughput, reliability, and reducing cost
• Analyze and review data to ensure that hardware is operating as expected utilizing numerical data analysis tools to interpret test results; author test reports
• Author and execute test procedures; Perform shock, vibe, thermal, and testing on valves, avionics, COPVs, and other aerospace components
• Troubleshoot and find root cause of issues in testing; implement corrective actions to resolve
• Establish and maintain calibration procedures and management of instrumentation, tooling, and test equipment
• Partner with cross-functional teams in Avionics Engineering, Propulsion and Fluids Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Program Management, Quality, Software, etc

Environmental Test Lab Manager

Operations

• Execute and oversee rigorous testing of flight and ground support hardware, including hydraulic, pneumatic, proof, leak, and electrical assessments.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop, document, and refine comprehensive test procedures for a variety of testing conditions and setups.
• Assist in the design, fabrication, and assembly of test fixtures, stands, and specialized equipment to meet testing specifications and requirements.
• Coordinate with test engineers and management to effectively plan daily test activities, proactively manage technical risks, and support adherence to operational schedules.
• Perform precision assembly of complex flight systems, following technical documentation, CAD models, and structured work orders.
• Enhance safety and operational efficiency through regular audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deliver technical support at the launch pad, encompassing the preparation, testing, and validation of flight hardware and support systems to ensure they are operationally ready.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and address issues, conduct final inspections, verify the launch pad configuration, and ensure all systems meet safety standards for a successful launch.

Test Operations Technician

Engineer

• Model, analyze, design, and optimize production systems to enhance operational efficiency and improve quality using lean / industrial engineering tools & concepts
• Prepare operations plans and precedence networks in support of execution planning, scheduling, and shop load practices
• Perform capacity analysis including what-if scenarios in support of operations plans
• Develop models, databases and spreadsheets to analyze data and provide analysis and metrics for consultation to factory execution team
• Use engineering methods to support the development of optimal process designs and efficient utilization of resources in the creation and validation of operating plans
• Recommend processes improvements to enhance schedule performance, lower cost, and improve safety, quality and ergonomics
• Team with technicians, design engineering, manufacturing engineering, factory leadership, and other departments to gather data for process improvements
• Develop and apply time and motion studies to optimize labor utilization and reduce production cycle time.

Industrial Engineer II – Propulsion Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineer

• Participate in entire hardware lifecycle for a variety of moving mechanical assemblies and structures
• Develop and scrub requirements
• Support configuration development and trade studies
• Conceptual design/analysis
• Perform first-order strength and sizing calculations for your responsible mechanisms
• Generate CAD, manufacturing drawings, specifications, and other documentation
• Production Implementation
• Hardware development and qualification test definition
• Demonstrate compliance with NASA, Space Force, or other relevant launch jurisdiction standards
• Collaborate with team to develop and improve processes related to above responsibilities

Mechanical Engineer IV – Spacecraft Mechanisms

• Design data and control systems for our launch sites, including drawings with data and control I/O diagrams, instrument and control cable schedules, instrument loop diagrams, junction box wiring diagrams, control panel layout and wiring diagrams.
• Create and conduct in-house testing and development of equipment and automation.
• Design, develop, and test SCADA, human-machine interface, and PLC systems for critical equipment involving mechanical, electrical, and fluid handling systems.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations for all required instrument and electrical equipment to be purchased for projects.
• Work with other teams to commission electrical systems, including the calibration and/or configuration of instrument devices.
• Work with operations team to ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety requirements, proper and timely build of equipment, and cost reduction in design.
• Manage all aspects of EGSE installation, including pre-installation surveys, data or controls installation design, personnel training, engineering support to launch technicians, and equipment commissioning.
• Perform launch site checkouts for test and launch operations and support launch day.
• Define requirements and coordinate installation of power and communications infrastructure in support of Firefly facilities.
• Travels to test and launch sites as required to support the overall program.

Launch Engineer – Electrical Ground Support Equipment

• Design and development of composite and metallic structures for orbital and lander spacecraft
• Mass and production rate optimization of existing designs and requalifying designs
• Supporting production teams with onsite review and verification as well as providing timely closure of non-conformance dispositions
• Support configuration development and trade studies for future spacecraft missions
• Maintain requirements compliance and verification, hardware delivery schedule, mass budgets and inter-system collaboration activities
• Create CAD, manufacturing drawings, specifications, analysis reports, test plans and reports
• Perform first order strength and sizing calculations for your structure, working alongside stress and dynamics analysts to document critical strength capabilities

Mechanical Engineer III – Spacecraft Structures

QA Engineer

• Establish and lead a team of Quality Engineers, Specialists, and Inspectors in developing and implementing reliability strategies across the entire product lifecycle, from design to manufacturing, assembly, and deployment for launch vehicle/spacecraft components and sub-assemblies (mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic)
• Manage the implementation of the AS9100 certified Quality Management System processes across multiple work centers
• Establish quality assurance standards for launch vehicles and spacecraft systems, making changes to ensure compliance with standards and requirements for mission success
• Identify and monitor key metrics which drive the quality of products and processes, make data-driven decisions to continually improve reliability
• Manage partnerships with design engineering and manufacturing teams through product development and production to oversee the creation of quality plans for flight products, including identification of key characteristics, development testing for functionality and manufacturability, first article and detailed inspection planning, and consideration of criticality, risk, past failures, and lessons learned
• Oversee the implementation of quality control inspection and testing equipment, training, and standard work instructions which assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements
• Ensure that all actions required for product acceptance are conducted accurately and efficiently, in alignment with all customer requirements and regulatory standards
• Engage with multiple work centers to improve the effectiveness of the Quality Management System
• Demonstrate a first principles approach to quality challenges, focusing on simplification and optimization to increase process and product reliability
• Pursue automation efforts to reduce inspection and test variability
• Oversee the generation of accurate records for traceability and pedigree of customer-deliverable products, including records of First Article Inspection
• Lead Quality Inspectors in workflow priority, inspection process efficiency, and best practice inspection methodologies
• Identify and investigate systemic root causes leading to non-conformances affecting product reliability and production efficiency across multiple work centers
• Lead with cross-functional teams to contain, mitigate and resolve complex non-conformance or quality issues, including development and implementation of robust corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences
• Oversee tool control and calibration processes across the company - including validation of metrology systems
• Plan and perform periodic product and process audits to ensure compliance with Firefly Quality Management System
• Identify and oversee execution of projects and process improvements to reduce Cost of Poor Quality
• Review designs and procedures, providing feedback to identify potential issues early to mitigate manufacturability, inspection, and validation challenges
• Oversee research and interpretation of regulations and requirements to ensure compliance with external standards
• Lead and mentor a team of quality engineers and inspectors, provide guidance on best practices, tools, and techniques in quality assurance
• Establish goals with progression plans and conduct training sessions to improve skills within the team, providing positive and constructive feedback
• Manage the performance, schedules, and timecards of individual contributors
• Participate in technical operations and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical resource
• Initiate and oversee execution plans to systematically standardize and improve product quality, reliability, and inspection efficiency
• Lead 6S workplace organization & follow the Lean initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Manager, Quality Assurance

• Support the technical foundation of the mission by assisting with Concept of Operations (ConOps) updates and reviewing Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
• Assist in the configuration and testing of ground segment infrastructure to ensure Mission Control Centers and data tools are properly set up for flight
• Execute validation and verification test plans, performing Site Acceptance Testing and specific simulation steps to verify ground-to-space software compliance
• Develop and validate specific procedures, automation scripts, and flight workflows under the guidance of senior engineers
• Participate in cross-functional Working Groups, capturing actions and implementing procedure updates for launch, transit, and landing phases
• Support mission operations planning by validating telemetry displays and testing internal tools used for command workflows
• Tailor software tools by writing and debugging scripts to meet specific mission requirements and fix operational bugs
• Support 'Day-in-the-Life' (DITL) simulations by acting as a console operator and setting up the simulation environment
• Collaborate with stakeholders to test the integration of ground simulators into the operations environment
• Contribute to team training activities, achieving team readiness for nominal execution and basic anomaly response roles
• Maintain the operational discipline and command authority required to staff critical console roles, where you will be expected to execute the mission plan, manage high-pressure anomalies, and lead the team through long-duration shifts and rehearsals

Spacecraft Mission Operations Engineer I

• Partner with design engineering and manufacturing teams through product development and production to create quality plans for flight products, including identification of key characteristics, development testing for functionality and manufacturability, first article and detailed inspection planning, and consideration of past failures and lessons learned.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans on Spacecraft electrical/avionics components and sub-assemblies (fluids, avionics, structural).
• Develop and maintain equipment, training, and standard work instructions for detailed inspection programs which assure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements.
• Ensure that all actions required for product acceptance are conducted accurately and efficiently, in alignment with all customer requirements and regulatory standards.
• Generate accurate records for traceability and pedigree of customer-deliverable products, including records of First Article Inspection.
• Lead and support Quality Inspectors in workflow priority, inspection process efficiency, and best practice inspection methodologies.
• Identify and document non-conformances affecting product reliability and production efficiency.
• Collect, track, and trend production data on first-pass yield and non-conformance issues, performing basic statistical analysis on variable data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve non-conformance or quality issues, including development and implementation of robust corrective actions to prevent recurrences.
• Develop and execute quarantine plans to identify, control, and disposition all affected non-conforming product.
• Maintain tool control and calibration processes within assigned department - including validation of metrology systems.
• Plan and perform periodic product and process audits to ensure compliance with Firefly Quality Management System.
• Implement standards, tools, and methods to ensure the effectiveness of quality processes and sustain quality performance improvements.
• Execute projects and process improvements to reduce cost of poor quality.
• Review designs and provide feedback to mitigate manufacturability and inspection challenges.
• Review procedures and production metrics that impact quality and make necessary changes to ensure compliance with standards and requirements for mission success.
• Provide research and interpretation of regulations and requirements to ensure compliance with external standards.
• Participate in technical operations and offer guidance and/or serve as an additional technical engineering resource.
• Initiate and execute plans to improve product quality, reliability, and inspection efficiency.
• Apply 5S workplace organization & follow the Lean initiatives.
• Support manufacturing compliance to customer and internal specifications to meet contractual and mission requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Quality Engineer III – Spacecraft

Human Resources

• Consult and assist in the implementation of HR strategy, programs and policies including talent identification, performance management, employee relations, compensation, reward and recognition, succession planning, organization and staff development, leadership/bench strength development, staffing and other areas within the HR body of knowledge.
• Diagnose organizational needs and develop practical, creative/innovative, data-driven solutions to increase team and organizational performance and advance the business strategy.
• Ensure solutions are effectively implemented and sustained.
• Establishing intimate understanding of the business, build and expand relationships with client leadership teams, and create close partnerships across HR, and the rest of the enterprise.
• Supporting and partnering with HR colleagues, talent acquisition, compensation, HR Operations and learning and development to support talent strategies.
• Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization and develop solutions in partnership with enterprise leadership.
• Advising leadership on new ideas and winning practices in the areas of talent acquisition, assessment, development, compensation, organizational effectiveness, strategy, on-boarding, employee engagement and retention, change management and communications.
• Analyzing and concisely presenting information to the management team to enable business growth and sound decision making.
• Providing business insight through data analysis, research and benchmarking.
• Playing a key change leadership role in the companys transformation by reinforcing a culture of growth, innovation and calculated risk taking through the application of human capital strategy, tools and processes.
• Partnering with business leaders on leadership development to build leadership depth to support the succession planning process.
• Supporting and enable leaders to make informed decisions about talent and to hold their organizations accountable for business results.