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Propulsion Development Engineer

Impulse· Propulsion
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Redondo Beach$95k - $135kFull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Propulsion Development Engineer responsible for end-to-end propulsion system design, analysis, implementation and operation for in-house liquid propulsion hardware at Impulse Space.

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

Qualifications

  • 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

Skills

Required:Propulsion system developmentThermodynamicsFluids analysisMaterials selectionProject ownership
Nice to have:CAD software

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives in the form of stock options
  • Medical, vision & dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
Last updated Sep 24, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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