Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2117, Rockefeller Lane, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California, 90278, United States
About the Team
At Impulse, we are a fast-paced, agile team dedicated to producing high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. Building on the success of our Mira spacecraft program, we are developing next-generation propulsion systems for both on-orbit and lander applications. Our mission is to drive innovation in aerospace hardware through rigorous in-house design, analysis, and operation.
About the Role
As a Senior Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters), you will own the full lifecycle of storable, liquid bipropellant thruster and subsystem development. You will partner with wide-ranging teams across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to deliver reliable, highly integrated systems. This role is designed for a resourceful technical leader who thrives in a startup environment, capable of resolving complex technical issues and leading small engineering teams through project ownership.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this role will be evaluated based on merit, competence, and qualifications. The process involves a review of technical capabilities and experience in aerospace propulsion, specifically regarding bipropellant rocket engines and combustion devices.
Equal Opportunity & Compliance
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is governed strictly by merit and qualifications, without influence from race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Please note that our spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations, including ITAR and EAR. This position requires applicants to be U.S. Persons or eligible for an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable agencies.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2117, Rockefeller Lane, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California, 90278, United States
Redondo Beach, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOwn all aspects of storable liquid bipropellant thruster and subsystem development
- check_circleConduct analysis and testing to ensure hardware performance meets intent
- check_circleResolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions
- check_circleLead technical projects and small teams of engineers
- check_circlePrepare, plan, and execute tests including engine hotfire testing
- check_circleCollaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to deliver integrated systems
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in engineering or science
- verified8+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field
- verifiedPrior experience working on bipropellant rocket engines
- verifiedProficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials
- verifiedHands-on experience working with fluid, mechanical, electrical and controls systems
- verifiedU.S. Person or eligible for export license per ITAR/EAR regulations
Nice to Have
Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a comparable field. Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment. Demonstrated technical project leadership over propulsion development programs. Prior experience with combustion devices and ignition system development. Prior experience with nitrous oxide as a propellant. Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools. Familiarity with aerospace structural analysis standards pertinent to liquid rocket engine development (e.g., NASA-STD-5012, NASA-STD-5020). Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleAccess to medical, vision, and dental coveragecheck_circleAccess to a 401(k) retirement plancheck_circleEligibility for long-term incentives in the form of stock options
Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Bipropellant Rocket Engines, Combustion Devices, Fluids, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Mechanics, Materials, Thermal-Fluids Analyses, Materials Selection, Fluid Systems.
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or science required.
Frequently asked questions about Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) at Impulse Space
What does a Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) at Impulse Space do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) at Impulse Space will own all aspects of storable liquid bipropellant thruster and subsystem development; conduct analysis and testing to ensure hardware performance meets intent; resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions; and lead technical projects and small teams of engineers.
What are the requirements for this Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) role?expand_more
Impulse Space is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering or science; 8+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field; Prior experience working on bipropellant rocket engines; Proficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials; Hands-on experience working with fluid, mechanical, electrical and controls systems; and U.S. Person or eligible for export license per ITAR/EAR regulations.
Where is the Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) role at Impulse Space located?expand_more
Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) at Impulse Space is based in 2117, Rockefeller Lane, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California, 90278, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Impulse Space has listed this Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) role as on-site.
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Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) at Impulse Space typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) at Impulse Space include Bipropellant Rocket Engines; Combustion Devices; Fluids; Thermodynamics; Heat Transfer; Mechanics; Materials; and Thermal-Fluids Analyses.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in engineering or science required.
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Staff Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) at Impulse Space is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.