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Propulsion Development Engineer

Impulse Space
Redondo Beach$95k–135kOn-site8mo ago
Employment
Full-time

About the role

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

Minimum 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

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Experience working in fast-paced, startup environment.
  • Prior experience working on hardware development projects with cost and schedule constraints. 
  • Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed

Perks & benefits

  • 401k
  • Dental Insurance
  • Equity Compensation

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