Senior Propulsion Engineer

Impulse Space•Redondo Beach, CA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Propulsion Engineer at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of 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.

Requirements

5+ years of demonstrated hands-on engineering experience; either through university or personal projects, internships, or professional exposure
Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new software tools
Experience with python or other programming languages
Fundamental understanding of fluids, thermodynamics, and mechanics

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering high-reliability, high-performance hardware
Proficiency in Siemens NX
Experience with GFSSP or other fluid network simulation tools
Experience working with control systems or interfacing with GNC algorithms
Experience in component selection, sensor integration, and system-level trade studies
Experience in test and operations

Responsibilities

Own propulsion systems across the full product lifecycle – propellant, pressurization, engine feed, pneumatic, ignition, and attitude control systems
Design and maintain propulsion system schematics, including analysis and hardware selection, performing trade studies to ensure performance and reliability
Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings for fluid and mechanical systems
Partner cross-functionally with structures, avionics, software, production, and test to ensure successful hardware integration and performance
Plan and execute component- and system-level test campaigns, including procedure development, operations support, data review, and anomaly resolution