Propulsion Systems Engineer, Mid-Career and Senior
Core
Define, verify, and design propulsion system components for cryogenic, oxidizer, bi-prop, mono-prop, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pyrotechnic systems used in autonomous reusable spaceplanes and advanced aerospace vehicles.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion systems engineer (fluid systems)
Builds
Propulsion components and subsystems for experimental space vehicles (e.g., X-37B) and launch platforms
Domain
Aerospace / Rocket Propulsion / Fluid Systems
Required skills
Rocket propulsion design, fluid systems engineering, systems integration, component qualification testing, risk management, supplier statement of work development, failure investigation, design review leadership
Preferred skills
Cryogenic and pneumatic delivery systems, space/launch vehicle/aircraft programs, NASA or defense space programs experience, active TS/SCI clearance
Technologies
BORIS, MRB, SSOW, SDRL, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR
Responsibilities
Define requirements for propulsion components; verify and validate propulsion requirements; design propulsion components to meet performance criteria; lead or support hazardous and non-hazardous operations during refurbishment, integration, test, launch, and recovery; evaluate fielded components for reliability; manage propulsion risks and issues; develop Supplier Statement of Work; conduct component failure investigations; host technical interchange meetings and design reviews; review supplier data and engineering drawings.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC