Senior Propulsion Development Engineer at Impulse

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Redondo Beach, California
Type: Full-time
Level: Senior

Description

Impulse is seeking a Senior Propulsion Development Engineer (Thrusters) to lead all aspects of in-house propulsion system design, analysis, implementation, and operation. The role involves contributing to high-performance spacecraft and lander propulsion systems, building upon the success of the Mira spacecraft program. The ideal candidate will possess advanced degrees, demonstrate strong technical leadership in propulsion development, and have prior experience with combustion devices, ignition systems, and nitrous oxide as a propellant.

Required Skills

propulsion system design
analysis
implementation
operation
combustion devices
ignition system development
nitrous oxide
CAD software
aerospace structural analysis standards

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: 5+ years of demonstrated experience in the aerospace propulsion field
Prior experience working on bipropellant rocket engines, including hardware and test experience with combustion devices.
Preferred Qualifications: 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 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.

About Impulse

Impulse

in-space mobilityRedondo Beach

We provide efficient in-space mobility that moves payloads from low Earth orbit to any destination. Our vehicles deliver rapid, reliable access, reducing costs and timelines to make space operations feasible for commercial, government, and scientific missions.