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Impulse Space · 3 months ago

Propulsion Development Engineer

positionRedondo Beach
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$95K/yr - $135K/yr
date2+ years exp

Impulse Space is an in-space transportation company focused on opening access beyond Low Earth Orbit with its fleet of vehicles. As a Propulsion Development Engineer, you will own all aspects of propulsion system design, analysis, implementation, and operation while collaborating with a dynamic team on high-performance spacecraft development.

AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
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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 that may range from engine hotfire to valve functional 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 own spaceflight hardware

Qualification

Aerospace propulsion experienceFluid mechanicsThermodynamicsCAD software proficiencyHeat transferMechanical systemsElectrical systemsControls systemsProject ownershipCollaboration skillsVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
2+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field
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

Preferred

Experience working in fast-paced, startup environment
Prior experience working on hardware development projects with cost and schedule constraints
Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
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

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Impulse Space develops in-space transportation technology for payload delivery to various orbits.
dateFounded in 2021
location
Redondo Beach, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.impulsespace.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$525M
Key Investors
Linse CapitalFounders FundRTX Ventures
2025-06-03Series C· $300M
2024-10-01Series B· $150M
2023-07-24Series A· $45M

Leadership Team

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Eric Romo
President and Chief Operating Officer
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