Level 5 Propulsion Design and Integration Lead at Purple Rhombus

Compensation

$160,000 – $200,000/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Type: Full-time
Level: Lead
Posted: Feb 10, 2026

Description

Purple Rhombus is seeking a Level 5 Propulsion Design and Integration Lead to serve as the technical authority for propulsion system selection, design, and integration across fixed-wing UAS platforms. This role involves owning propulsion architecture decisions spanning piston/propeller, electric propeller, and jet-powered systems, ensuring performance, reliability, manufacturability, and airworthiness across all stages of development, flight test, production, and operational deployment.

Required Skills

Propulsion Design
Integration
UAS Platforms
Piston Engines
Electric Propulsion Systems
Jet Engines
Thermal Management
Vibration Analysis
Flight Test Campaigns
Production Readiness
Technical Leadership

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Ten or more years of propulsion engineering experience
direct prior UAS experience
Demonstrated experience integrating piston/propeller, electric propeller, and jet propulsion systems on fixed-wing aircraft.
Proven ownership of propulsion design and integration through development, flight test, and production.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Experience with fuel systems, FADEC, battery management systems, and hybrid propulsion architectures.
Familiarity with airworthiness requirements, reliability analysis, and field sustainment of propulsion systems.
Experience supporting flight test, operational deployment, and rapid iteration programs.