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Job description
Senior Propulsion Development Engineer (Fluids)
Department: Propulsion
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Redondo Beach
Compensation: $135,000 - $185,000 / year
Description
As a Senior Propulsion Development Engineer (Fluids) at Impulse , you will own all aspects of in-house propulsion system design, analysis, implementation and operation while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. Building off our successful Mira spacecraft program, Impulse is developing new propulsion systems for on-orbit applications as well as Lander applications. Impulse is looking for development engineers who can contribute to these key hardware development projects.
Responsibilities
Own all aspects of a storable, liquid propellant system development
Architect and layout fluids systems on a high delta-V, storable propellant propulsion system
Conduct analysis and testing to ensure that the performance and function of hardware meets intent
Prepare, plan and execute tests including propellant and pressurization system 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
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
5+ 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
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
Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a comparable field.
Experience working in fast-paced, startup environment
Demonstrated technical project leadership over propulsion development programs
Prior experience with propulsion system architecture and layout for low mass fraction vehicle designs
Prior experience with nitrous oxide as a propellant
Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
Cross disciplinary fluid analysis experience (e.g. hand calc, fluid network modeling).
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.
Additional Requirements:
Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options , and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan . Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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Worksite address
redondo beach, CA, 90278, US
Who can apply
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