Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer

Impulse Space • Redondo Beach, CA

81d • $110,000 - $160,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees