Propulsion Component Responsible Engineer
Hermeus· Engineering – Engines and Propulsion
Los Angeles, CA$91.8k - $187.5kFull-timePosted 4mo ago
About the role
Propulsion Component Responsible Engineer responsible for development of flight-critical mechanical and fluid system components from concept through flight-ready delivery, in high-pressure, high-temperature, dynamic flight environments.
Responsibilities
- Own propulsion components (e.g., valves, actuation systems, and fluid control hardware) from concept through flight-ready delivery
- Design for extreme environments, including high pressure, temperature, and transient operating conditions
- Drive engineering trade studies across performance, manufacturability, reliability, and testability
- Execute clean-sheet design, analysis, and integration of propulsion components
- Support hardware through rapid build–test–iterate cycles
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis during development and test
- Work with propulsion and vehicle system owners to define requirements, interfaces, and integration strategies
- Perform system-level sizing, architecture, and design trades
- Lead development testing, qualification, and acceptance of flight hardware
- Support transition from prototype to repeatable, production-ready designs
- Define operational limits and ensure reliability and safety across all phases of use
- Make risk-informed engineering decisions aligned with program goals and timelines
- Prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving development environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience developing mechanical or propulsion-related hardware
- Experience contributing to hardware through design, build, and test cycles
- Strong fundamentals in fluids, thermodynamics, mechanics, and materials
- Hands-on experience with mechanical design, assembly, or integration
Skills
Required:Propulsion hardware developmentSystems engineering & integrationThermodynamics and fluids
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
- Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
- Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
- Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About Hermeus
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