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Belcan

Test Engineer II

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$48.28/hr

Test Engineer II Location: Vandalia, OH Zip Code: 45377 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $48.28/hr ... FAA, NASA, DoD) *Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use ...

Belcan

Test Engineer II

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$48.28/hr

Test Engineer II Location: Vandalia, OH Zip Code: 45377 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $48.28/hr ... FAA, NASA, DoD) Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use ...

Antramo, Inc

Flight Test Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

About the job Flight Test Engineer Flight Test Engineer About Our Client Our Client is an aerospace ... Applicant must be able to obtain a NASA Moffett Federal Airfield AOA Badge

Antramo, Inc

Flight Test Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

About the job Flight Test Engineer Flight Test Engineer About Our Client Our Client is an aerospace ... Applicant must be able to obtain a NASA Moffett Federal Airfield AOA Badge

Antramo, Inc

Flight Test Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

$85K - $140K/yr

About the job Flight Test Engineer Flight Test Engineer About Our Client Our Client is an aerospace ... Applicant must be able to obtain a NASA Moffett Federal Airfield AOA Badge

Belcan

Test Engineer III

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$55.17/hr

Test Engineer III Location: Vandalia, OH Zip Code: 45377 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $55.17/hr ... FAA, NASA, DoD) Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use ...

True Anomaly

Senior Test Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$120K - $195K/yr

You will work closely with engineers, program managers, and technical teams to ensure that systems ... Knowledge of test standards such as MIL-STD-810, DO-160, or NASA/DoD specs. * Experience working in ...

FIRST RF CORPORATION

Test Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$85K - $130K/yr

Summary FIRST RF is seeking a Test Engineer to support the engineering and production teams in ... NASA-STD-7001, MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-461, DO-178, and DO-254 Other Duties Please note this is not ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Test Engineer III

Vandalia, OH

$50 - $55/hr

FAA, NASA, DoD) Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use ... ENGINEERING PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES * MULTI-DISCIPLINARY DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT * REQUIREMENTS ...

Crane Company

Test Engineer II

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA's New Horizons spacecraft ... Job Summary: The Test Engineer II works under supervision and uses established procedures to ...

FIRST RF

Test Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

Summary FIRST RF is seeking a Test Engineer to support the engineering and production teams in ... NASA-STD-7001, MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-461, DO-178, and DO-254 Other Duties Please note this is not ...

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How much do nasa rover test engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for nasa rover test engineer in the United States is $109,565.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Nasa Rover Test Engineer vs Nasa Spacecraft Test Engineer?

AspectNasa Rover Test EngineerNasa Spacecraft Test Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, specialized training in rover systemsEngineering degree, spacecraft systems certification
Work EnvironmentTesting rover hardware and mobility systemsTesting spacecraft subsystems and integration
Industry UsagePrimarily in planetary exploration missionsUsed across satellite, space station, and planetary missions

The Nasa Rover Test Engineer focuses on testing and validating rover hardware and mobility systems for planetary exploration. In contrast, the Nasa Spacecraft Test Engineer specializes in spacecraft subsystems and overall integration. Both roles require engineering credentials and work in testing environments, but they differ in the specific systems they handle and the mission types they support.

Infographic showing various Nasa Rover Test Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 3% Internship, 22% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 55% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,565 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

Dynamics Test Engineer

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

As a Dynamics Test Engineer at Impulse, you will play a critical role in designing, planning, and executing vibration and environmental testing to ensure product reliability, performance, and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with vibration testing equipment, strong data analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Plan, prepare, and execute vibration and shock tests (sine, random, and combined environments) 
  • Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot vibration test equipment, including electrodynamic shakers, slip tables, and associated control systems and facility infrastructure
  • Develop detailed test plans, procedures, and instrumentation setups in alignment with project requirements and applicable standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, NASA GEVS, DO-160)
  • Monitor and control test execution, ensuring accurate data collection and safe operation
  • Analyze test data, generate technical reports, and communicate results and recommendations to relevant engineering teams
  • Collaborate with design and dynamics engineers to refine product designs 
  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements during all test operations
  • Support the continuous improvement of test processes, equipment calibration, and lab infrastructure

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of direct experience in vibration and shock testing for aerospace, automotive, or related industries
  • Proficiency with vibration test systems, vibration controllers, and data acquisition systems 
  • Proficiency in data analysis using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools
  • Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities


  • Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Strong understanding of environmental test standards (MIL-STD-810, DO-160, NASA GEVS, etc.)
  • Experience in aerospace hardware qualification and flight hardware certification testing.
  • Knowledge of structural dynamics and finite element analysis (FEA)
  • Familiarity with other environmental tests (thermal, acoustic, EMI/EMC)
  • Ability to manage multiple test campaigns in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.  
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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