CareerPlan

Staff Propulsion Engineer

Denver, COFull-time$185k2026-10-07 → 2026-11-11
On-siteSecurity clearance required

Core

Design, build, and test propulsion systems and components for advanced satellites and spacecraft, ensuring performance and reliability from concept to flight.

Role type

Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Space Systems)

Builds

Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors

Domain

Aerospace / Space Propulsion

Required skills

Propulsion system design and analysis, Fluid system architecture, Rocket engine design, Flight valve design, Hot-fire testing, Pressure testing, FMECA analysis, Multidisciplinary team leadership

Preferred skills

Mechanical design for propulsion systems, Valve and propellant tank design, Project leadership, Startup environment experience, Full vehicle lifecycle knowledge

Technologies

Propulsion systems, Fluid systems, Rocket engines, Flight valves, Pressure testing equipment

Responsibilities

Support design, analysis, and optimization of propulsion systems and components; 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; Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives; Present content to internal and external customers

Seniority

Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship