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Motive Companies · 9 hours ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Propulsion

Alameda, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Motive Companies is supporting a cutting-edge launch vehicle company seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Propulsion Systems to drive the design, development, and testing of next-generation rocket engines. This engineer will play a key role in advancing first-stage propulsion architecture, focusing on tap-off cycle engine systems and turbomachinery design.

Environmental ConsultingIndustrialRenewable Energy

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Drive the design, development, and testing of next-generation rocket engines

Advance first-stage propulsion architecture

Emphasis on tap-off cycle engine systems, turbomachinery design, and test data analysis

Qualification

Propulsion developmentTurbomachinery designFluid dynamicsNX CAD toolsTest operationsCross-functional teamworkAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

4+ years of propulsion development experience, ideally with tap-off cycle engines

Proficiency in NX or equivalent CAD tools for mechanical design

Proven experience with turbomachinery - design and analysis of turbines, pumps, or other high-speed rotating machinery

Strong understanding of engine cycles, fluid dynamics, and thermomechanical design principles

Hands-on experience in test operations and data analysis (engine or system-level)

Skilled at working cross-functionally in dynamic R&D teams

Thrives in startup-style environments that demand adaptability and broad technical ownership

Open to relocation and on-site collaboration

Company

Motive Companies

Motive Companies is a provider of renewable energy and infrastructure solutions for industrial and commercial applications.

Founded in 1979

Fountain Valley, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://motivecompanies.com/

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