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Senior Propulsion Development Engineer (Engine)

Impulse· Propulsion
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Redondo Beach$135k - $185kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Experienced propulsion engineer responsible for in-house engine system development of Deneb, a ~15,000 lb thrust ox-rich combustion engine, to fly on Helios. Full ownership of engine hardware, test lifecycle, and flight readiness within a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

  • Own engine hardware throughout the development test lifecycle, including test sequences, stand integration, instrumentation, data processing, and walkdowns
  • Develop test plans with component owners to drive the engine system through acceptance and qualification testing
  • Analyze and predict system performance using test data and ROCETS simulations
  • Lead data reviews and anomaly investigations, driving corrective actions to improve system reliability and performance
  • Work with the stage team to develop engine CONOPs for stage operations and static fires
  • Own engine flight readiness and operations, including flight control algorithms, test-like-you-fly deviations, and ground characterization prior to flight

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
  • 4+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field
  • Prior experience working liquid rocket propulsion systems, including hardware and test experience with flow control systems.
  • Proficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials
  • 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:Engine hardware development

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives in the form of stock options
  • medical, vision & dental coverage
  • access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Last updated Oct 15, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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