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Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters)

Impulse· Propulsion
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Redondo Beach$150k - $175kFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Senior Propulsion Development Engineer responsible for in-house propulsion system design, analysis, implementation and operation, focusing on storable and liquid bipropellant thrusters and related subsystems within Impulse Space’s fast-paced propulsion program.

Responsibilities

  • Own all aspects of a storable, liquid bipropellant thruster and/or subsystem development
  • Conduct analysis and testing to ensure that the performance and function of hardware meets intent
  • Prepare, plan and execute tests including engine hotfire 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/or a small team of engineers

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
  • 8+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field
  • Prior experience working on bipropellant rocket engines, including hardware and test experience with combustion devices.
  • 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 design and developmentThermodynamics and fluid mechanicsSystem-level trades and analysisHands-on engineering integration
Nice to have:Project leadership

Benefits

  • Stock options
  • Medical, vision & dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Travel opportunities as needed
Last updated Jul 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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