Impulse Space

Principal Design Engineer (Vehicles)

Redondo Beach, California, United States

$160-200k

Full Time

4 months ago

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Job description

As a Principal Design Engineer at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of and provide outstanding technical contribution to hardware design from concept to product realization while working closely with a fast paced, agile team.

Responsibilities

Own all aspects of hardware design from concept to product realization
Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings
Ensure every design meets intent
Work with the team and external sources to procure materials, fabricate parts, and complete assemblies
Mentor other engineers and define company best practices in design and manufacturing
Resolve technical issues with innovative resourceful solutions

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or related for science
10+ years of experience in design, analysis, and/or manufacturing type roles
Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
Experience with Siemens NX
Familiarity with a wide set of manufacturing processes such as machining, additive, welding, forming, etc.
Capable of performing basic structural and thermal analysis in support of design
Demonstrated ability in conceptual design, fabrication and testing of hardware

Preferred Skills and Experience

Prior experience in high performance, cost and mass optimized hardware design
Prior experience in liquid rocket propulsion development and/or testing
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.