Test Systems – Propulsion Test Engineer

THALES

Belfast, United Kingdom
Flexible (includes options for part-time hours, job sharing, home working, and flexible start and finish times)
Pressure and fluidic tests
Test system design and qualification
Risk assessments and safety compliance
Thales is seeking a Propulsion Test Engineer for its Belfast location, focusing on the design, development, and validation of propulsion test systems for spacecraft. The role involves conducting tests, supporting design processes, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams in a flexible and inclusive work environment

Job Summary

  • You’ll play a key role in testing, qualifying, and ensuring the performance of satellite propulsion subsystems — helping shape the future of space exploration.
  • Work closely with multi‑disciplinary teams in Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineering.
  • At Thales, you’ll be part of a collaborative, innovative, and mission‑driven environment where every project contributes to something extraordinary.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Thales is seeking a Propulsion Test Engineer for its Belfast location, focusing on the design, development, and validation of propulsion test systems for spacecraft. The role involves conducting tests, supporting design processes, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams in a flexible and inclusive work environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pressure and fluidic tests
  • Test system design and qualification
  • Risk assessments and safety compliance
  • Maintain and improve test equipment
  • Report technical progress
  • Develop test solutions and documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative and innovative environment
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • International collaboration
  • Impactful project contributions

Key Requirements

  • BSc/BEng (Hons) or HND with 5 years experience
  • Experience in qualification and acceptance testing
  • Analyze data and resolve technical issues
  • Knowledge of PLM/data management tools

Work Rights

Evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history required

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