Senior Propulsion Engineer

Job Expired

Redondo Beach, California, United States

$140-190k

Full Time

a year ago

Job description

As a Senior Propulsion Engineer at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of propulsion system hardware design, analysis, implementation and operation while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.

Responsibilities

Serve as Responsible Engineer for spacecraft propulsion systems including programmatic ownership of related fluids, mechanical, electrical and controls systems
Work with wide ranging teams across engineering, manufacturing and procurement to deliver reliable and efficient propulsion systems
Manage interface with external customers and drive toward shared mission success
Ensure that the performance and function of hardware meets intent by performing analysis and design reviews
Perform system validation test preparation, planning and execution
Resolve technical issues with innovative resourceful solutions

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
5+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field
Proficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials
Hands-on experience working with fluid, mechanical, electrical and controls systems
Demonstrated ability in conceptual design, fabrication and testing of hardware
Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working collaboratively with small teams

Preferred Skills and Experience

Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
Prior experience working on all phases of a spaceflight propulsion system
Prior experience working with cryogenic propellants, saturated fluids and liquid rocket propulsion development
Familiarity with NASA and DoD standards regarding spaceflight propulsion specifications and standards
Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.