Principal Propulsion Engineer - Ground Fluids
Core
Technical authority for ground fluid systems, serving as the backbone for Varda's spacecraft missions from architecture through live flight operations.
Role type
Principal Propulsion Engineer (Ground Fluids)
Builds
Ground fluid systems, propellant loading infrastructure, and test hardware for spacecraft and launch vehicles.
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and ground support equipment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Propulsion fluid system definition and design, P&ID authoring, CAD tools, PLM software, range safety compliance, technical standards authoring, cross-functional design review leadership
Preferred skills
Hypergolic or cryogenic propellant experience, test/launch site operations coordination, team leadership, engineering standards development
Technologies
CAD tools, PLM software
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end lifecycle of ground fluid systems including architecture, schematics, mechanical design, build, and operations; Lead propellant loading campaigns across multiple sites; Define propellant handling processes; Drive the ground fluids roadmap; Author and maintain technical standards and work instructions; Mentor junior and mid-level engineers; Represent ground fluids in cross-functional reviews and launch site coordination; Serve as final escalation point for complex problems
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship