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Senior Propulsion Component Engineer (Fluids)

Impulse· Propulsion
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Boulder County$135k - $165kFull-timePosted 7mo ago

About the role

Senior propulsion component engineer responsible for end-to-end design of fluid components and valves for cryogenic, high-pressure, and high-temperature systems, contributing to fast-paced, agile spacecraft development from concept to product realization.

Responsibilities

  • Design propulsion system valves and fluid components including cryogenic, high pressure and high temperature systems
  • Own all aspects of component design from initial concepts to product realization
  • Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings
  • Perform fluid, thermal, and structural analysis as required
  • Establish assembly procedures and work hands-on with technicians to refine this process
  • Define and support rigorous component development and qualification testing
  • Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience in valve or component design
  • A strong understanding of component design including: materials selection, compatibility, seals, wear, and force/torque margin determination
  • Hands-on experience working with fluid, electrical and mechanical systems
  • Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
  • Demonstrated ability in requirements definition, conceptual design, procurement, fabrication, assembly and testing of hardware

Skills

Required:Valves and fluid components designCAD modellingThermal, fluid and structural analysisMaterials selection and seals
Nice to have:Cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
  • medical, vision & dental coverage
  • access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Last updated Jul 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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