Senior Propulsion Engineer
Core
Design, build, test, and operate hypergol-based propulsion systems for spacecraft and lunar landers.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion engineer (spacecraft/lunar systems)
Builds
Propulsion systems, tanks, valves, engines, and pressurization systems for lunar landers
Domain
Aerospace engineering, space propulsion, lunar exploration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Propulsion system architecture, hypergolic propulsion systems, fluid system design and analysis, vendor management, technical team coordination, risk management, cleanliness standards, hypergolic fluids handling
Preferred skills
Fluid system design software (Thermal Desktop, Amesim), space/lunar systems design, test facility design and operation
Technologies
Thermal Desktop, Amesim
Responsibilities
Lead design, integration, testing, and operation of new propulsion systems; Coordinate with program management and subsystems; Create conceptual and detailed designs of propulsion components; Perform supplier management and technical review of manufacturing processes; Contribute to technical readiness and safety reviews; Write mission operations procedures
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC