Sr. Propulsion Development Engineer

Job Description

Description

As a Propulsion Development Engineer at Impulse, you will own all aspects of in-house propulsion system design, analysis, implementation and operation while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. Impulse is developing a variety of liquid propulsion systems and looking for development engineers who can contribute to key hardware development projects.

Responsibilities

Own all aspects of propulsion component and/or subsystem development

Conduct analysis and testing to ensure that the performance and function of hardware meets intent

Prepare, plan and execute tests including engine hotfire testing

Work with wide-ranging teams across engineering, manufacturing and operations to deliver a reliable, high-performance and highly integrated system

Resolve technical issues with innovative resourceful solutions

Lead technical projects and/or a small team of engineers

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science

5+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field

Prior experience working on bipropellant rocket propulsion systems

Proficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials

Ability to perform system trades ranging from thermal-fluids analyses to materials selection

Hands-on experience working with fluid, mechanical, electrical and controls systems

Ability to operate complex test systems including vacuum pumps and vacuum chambers

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 in lead roles on propulsion development programs

Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools

Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Requirements:

Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed

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.

Full-time