Impulse Space · 3 months ago
Senior Propulsion Development Engineer (Fluids)
Redondo Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $185K/yr
5+ years expImpulse Space is a company focused on developing high-performance spacecraft and propulsion systems. They are seeking a Senior Propulsion Development Engineer (Fluids) to lead the design and implementation of propulsion systems for various applications, ensuring high performance and reliability through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own all aspects of a storable, liquid propellant system development
Architect and layout fluids systems on a high delta-V, storable propellant propulsion system
Conduct analysis and testing to ensure that the performance and function of hardware meets intent
Prepare, plan and execute tests including propellant and pressurization system 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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
5+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field
Prior experience working liquid rocket propulsion systems, including hardware and test experience with flow control 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
Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working collaboratively with small teams
Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
Preferred
Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a comparable field
Experience working in fast-paced, startup environment
Demonstrated technical project leadership over propulsion development programs
Prior experience with propulsion system architecture and layout for low mass fraction vehicle designs
Prior experience with nitrous oxide as a propellant
Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
Cross disciplinary fluid analysis experience (e.g. hand calc, fluid network modeling)
Familiarity with aerospace structural analysis standards pertinent to liquid rocket engine development (e.g. NASA-STD-5012, NASA-STD-5020)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
Medical, vision & dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Company
Impulse Space
Impulse Space develops in-space transportation technology for payload delivery to various orbits.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$525MKey Investors
Linse CapitalFounders FundRTX Ventures
2025-06-03Series C· $300M
2024-10-01Series B· $150M
2023-07-24Series A· $45M
Leadership Team
Eric Romo
President and Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
Business Insider
2025-12-25
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