Sr. Launch Vehicle Propulsion and Mechanical Systems Engineer
Core
Responsible Engineer for assigned launch vehicle systems, providing technical risk assessments, procedure reviews, and real-time support for flight hardware and ground systems during refurbishment, maintenance, and launch countdowns.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion and mechanical systems engineer (launch operations)
Builds
Mission assurance for National Security Space Launch (NSSL) missions via flight hardware and ground system readiness
Domain
Aerospace defense / Launch vehicle operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
cryogenic rocket engine experience, launch complex ground mechanical/propellant/pressurization system design, launch verification matrix assessment, hazardous operations evaluation, emergency response protocols, security clearance maintenance
Preferred skills
mechanical or aerospace engineering degree, launch vehicle processing/integration/testing experience, launch vehicle manufacturing/defect evaluation knowledge, government/FFRDC/contractor organization experience
Technologies
JIRA Database, launch complex ground systems, cryogenic propulsion systems
Responsibilities
Perform technical assessments of Falcon flight and ground systems hardware during refurbishment and launch processing; support bi-coastal operations and mission assurance with frequent travel; participate in customer launch verification process providing independent technical recommendations; observe/evaluate hazardous operations at elevated locations on launch complexes; establish interfaces with Space Launch Delta and launch vehicle contractor personnel
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with 12+ years experience