Senior Propulsion Design Engineer jobs in United States
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Impulse Space · 3 months ago

Senior Propulsion Design Engineer

Impulse Space is a company focused on developing high-performance spacecraft. As a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design of propulsion system components, working from concept to realization in a collaborative and agile environment.

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Responsibilities

Design propulsion system valves and actuators
Own all aspects of component design from concept to product realization
Layout complex and highly integrated fluid and mechanical systems
Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings
Perform fluid, thermal, and structural analysis as required
Work with the team and external sources to procure materials, fabricate parts, and complete assemblies
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Qualification

Propulsion component designFluidElectricalMechanical systemsCAD software proficiencyHigh reliability hardwareSiemens NXAgile development experienceProject management skillsEffective communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
6+ years of experience with flight propulsion components including cryogenic, high-pressure, and high performance applications
6+ years of hands-on experience working with fluid, electrical and mechanical systems
Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new software tools
Demonstrated ability in requirements definition, conceptual design, procurement, fabrication, assembly and testing of hardware
Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

Experience designing and delivering high reliability, high performance hardware
Experience with in-space propulsion components
Experience with Siemens NX
Strong project management skills and effective communication of technical concepts across multi-disciplinary teams
Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Benefits

Long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
Medical, vision & dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan

Company

Impulse Space

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Impulse Space develops in-space transportation technology for payload delivery to various orbits.

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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