Join an innovative aerospace engineering team developing next-generation spacecraft and lunar exploration systems. This opportunity is ideal for an early-to-mid career Propulsion Engineer who wants hands-on experience supporting the design, analysis, testing, and integration of propulsion systems for human spaceflight and other advanced space applications.
In this role, you'll work alongside experienced propulsion and systems engineers to support propulsion hardware throughout the product lifecycle. You'll contribute to system design, component selection, analysis, testing, and technical documentation while gaining exposure to the requirements and processes used on human-rated spaceflight programs.
Key Responsibilities
Support the design and development of spacecraft propulsion systems and components
Perform propulsion system and component analyses involving fluid flow, thermal behavior, pressure, and structural loads
Develop and maintain propulsion system requirements, interface documentation, and verification plans
Support propulsion hardware testing, including test planning, execution, data analysis, and troubleshooting
Assist with the integration and qualification of propulsion components such as thrusters, valves, regulators, tanks, and feed systems
Work with systems engineering and safety teams to support propulsion requirements, reliability, and risk assessments
Assist with FMEA, fault tree analysis, hazard assessments, and other system safety activities
Support engineering reviews, design trades, and technical presentations
Collaborate with manufacturing and test teams to support hardware fabrication, integration, and acceptance testing
Work with suppliers and internal engineering teams to resolve technical issues and support propulsion hardware development
Prepare technical documentation, analysis reports, and verification evidence throughout the product lifecycle
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
2+ years of experience in propulsion, fluid systems, thermal engineering, mechanical systems, or a related aerospace field
Working knowledge of propulsion fundamentals, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
Experience with aerospace hardware development, testing, or integration
Ability to interpret engineering analyses and apply results to design decisions
Familiarity with engineering documentation, requirements, and verification processes
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment
Preferred Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle propulsion systems
Familiarity with high-pressure fluid systems, propellant systems, valves, regulators, or propulsion plumbing
Experience with analysis tools such as GFSSP, Easy5, ANSYS/Fluent, Thermal Desktop, MATLAB, or similar software
Experience with CAD tools and mechanical design
Familiarity with FMEA, FTA, hazard analysis, or other aerospace safety processes
Experience supporting NASA, human-rated, or other highly regulated aerospace programs
Exposure to propulsion hardware manufacturing, qualification, or acceptance testing
Why Join?
Work on advanced propulsion systems supporting the future of human spaceflight and lunar exploration
Gain hands-on experience across propulsion design, analysis, testing, and integration
Collaborate with experienced aerospace engineers on complex, mission-critical systems
Develop expertise in human-rated spacecraft engineering and propulsion technologies
Join an innovative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for technical growth and career advancement
Interested in learning more? We'd love to connect and discuss this opportunity further.