Senior Propulsion Engineer
Core
Design, build, and test propulsion systems and components for advanced satellites and missile defense vehicles from concept to flight.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion development engineer
Builds
Flight propulsion systems, ground test campaigns, and next-generation vehicles for space superiority
Domain
Defense / Aerospace propulsion
Required skills
Propulsion system design and analysis, Fluid system architecture, Rocket engine and stage systems expertise, Hot-fire and pressure testing, FMECA and FDIR architecture, Multidisciplinary team leadership
Preferred skills
Mechanical design for propulsion mechanisms, Project leadership, Startup environment experience, Full vehicle lifecycle knowledge
Technologies
Propulsion test equipment, Fluid analysis tools, CAD/Modeling software
Responsibilities
Support design, analysis, and optimization of propulsion systems for advanced satellites; Work propulsion and spacecraft subsystems from concept to flight; Review models and drawings from top level down to piece parts; Collaborate with structural, mechanical, thermal, and avionics teams to validate designs; Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for design efficiency and performance; Present technical content to internal and external customers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
