Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer

Impulse Space-posted about 1 month ago

$110,000 - $160,000/Yr

Full-time • Mid Level

Redondo Beach, CA

251-500 employees

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As a Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer at Impulse Space, 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.

Serve as a Responsible Propulsion Engineer for Impulse’s in-space propulsion system elements including bipropellant thrusters, valves, and pressure components
Conduct analysis and testing to ensure that the performance and function of hardware meets intent
Create and execute development, acceptance and qualification test campaigns
Perform on-orbit mission support including flight data reviews and anomaly resolution
Perform mission specific analysis and risk assessments an communicate to program stakeholders
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

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
3+ 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

Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
Prior experience working in lead roles on ground test or flight propulsion systems
Prior experience working with in-space propulsion systems including support of preflight mission analysis and on-orbit mission operations
Familiarity with NASA and DoD standards regarding spaceflight propulsion specifications and standards
Familiarity with a fluids analysis tools such as SINDA/FLUINT, GFSSP or similar
Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
Experience in a startup or agile development environment

long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
access to medical, vision & dental coverage
access to a 401(k) retirement plan

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