Senior Propulsion Engineer
Core
Lead the development, analysis, and optimisation of advanced propulsion systems for next-generation space missions.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion engineer (space systems)
Builds
Chemical and electric propulsion systems for spacecraft
Domain
Aerospace / Space Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
spacecraft propulsion design, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, system modelling, space hardware lifecycle management, supplier management, mission analysis, system trades
Preferred skills
electric propulsion, cold-gas systems, green propellants, GNC integration, structures integration, avionics integration, mission operations, CFD, thermal-fluid simulation, multi-physics modelling, vacuum chamber testing, leak checks, performance characterisation, rapid prototyping, on-orbit servicing
Technologies
CFD, thermal-fluid simulation, multi-physics modelling
Responsibilities
Own the architecture, modelling, and performance analysis of chemical and electric propulsion systems; Guide multidisciplinary teams and review critical designs; Define test plans and lead performance verification campaigns; Oversee external partners delivering propulsion hardware; Provide propulsion expertise for mission analysis and system trades
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC