Senior Propulsion Engineer
Core
Design, build, and test propulsion systems and components for advanced satellites and missile defense vehicles.
Role type
Senior Propulsion Development Engineer
Builds
Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors
Domain
Defense / Aerospace Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Rocket engine design, fluid system architecture, hot-fire testing, FMECA analysis, pressurization system sizing, valve design, multidisciplinary team leadership
Preferred skills
Master's in Mechanical Engineering, project leadership, mechanical design for optical payloads, startup environment experience
Technologies
Propulsion test rigs, fluid analysis tools, CAD for piece parts
Responsibilities
Support design, analysis, and optimization of propulsion systems; work subsystems from concept to flight; review models and drawings; collaborate with structural, mechanical, thermal, and avionics teams; contribute to continuous improvement initiatives; present content to internal and external customers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship