Senior Test Engineer
Posted Sep 8, 2026·Open for 12 days (and counting)
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Key details
Function
Engineering
Seniority
Mid
Workplace
On-site
Location
US
Specialty
Test Engineering
Job Description
Who We Are:
Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.
Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.
The Role: Senior Test Engineer
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Test Engineer to play a pivotal role in advancing the next generation of aerospace propulsion systems and vehicles. In this highly visible position, you will take a leading role in the design, development, commissioning, and operation of cutting-edge propulsion test facilities that transform innovative concepts into flight-ready hardware. You will own the complete test lifecycle—from architecting high-pressure fluid, pneumatic, hydraulic, and cryogenic systems to developing automated test stands, creating test plans and hazard analyses, and executing critical development and qualification campaigns.
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Test Engineer to play a pivotal role in advancing the next generation of aerospace propulsion systems and vehicles. In this highly visible position, you will take a leading role in the design, development, commissioning, and operation of cutting-edge propulsion test facilities that transform innovative concepts into flight-ready hardware. You will own the complete test lifecycle—from architecting high-pressure fluid, pneumatic, hydraulic, and cryogenic systems to developing automated test stands, creating test plans and hazard analyses, and executing critical development and qualification campaigns.
As a technical leader, you will work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to solve complex challenges, analyze high-value test data, drive root-cause investigations, and implement innovative solutions that improve safety, reliability, and performance. You'll mentor the next generation of engineers, shape the future of our test capabilities, and make a direct impact on the success of groundbreaking propulsion technologies. If you're passionate about building world-class test systems, thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, and are excited by the opportunity to push the boundaries of aerospace engineering, we want you on our team.
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Core fields
Posting ID
venus-aerospace:67e92088-4692-40ed-9435-1f4fd134574fTitle
Senior Test Engineer
Function
Engineering
Location
Houston, TX
Workplace mode
in_person
Posted at
2026-09-08 21:31:54Z
Compensation
undisclosed
Provenance
First seen (our tracker)
2026-09-09 13:03:20Z
Last seen
2026-09-20 12:35:12Z
Last updated
2026-09-20 12:35:12Z
Removed at
still open
Days open
Open for 12 days (and counting)
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Role archetype
engineering
Specialty
test_engineering
Workplace mode
onsite
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