Propulsion Engineer

NordSpace Corp; Markham; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NordSpace Corp in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to design, analyze, test, and optimize combustion devices and related propulsion hardware. You will work across structures, avionics, and manufacturing to move hardware from concept through qualification and flight readiness.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, 3+ years in liquid propulsion or related combustion hardware, strong CFD/FEA and GD&T skills, and hands‑on testing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering. Master’s in propulsion/related field is an asset.
• 3+ years hands-on experience in liquid rocket propulsion or related combustion/fluids hardware.
• Experience owning design, analysis, and delivery of propulsion subcomponents from concept to hardware.
• Strong background in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, combustion, and structural mechanics for high temperature hardware.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools and GD&T compliant drawings.
• Experience with simulation/analysis tools (FEA, CFD, analytical modeling).
• Experience planning and executing propulsion test campaigns, including instrumentation and data review.
• Hands-on experience with rocket propellants and high-pressure cryogenic systems.
• Manufacturing process definition/support for precision hardware; design for manufacturability and testability.
• Familiarity with AS9100, NASA/ESA propulsion standards, and related codes.
• Strong requirements management, configuration control, and engineering change processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for design docs, test reports, and reviews.
• Proactive mindset to resolve blockers and keep programs moving.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and verify propulsion hardware and subcomponents per GD&T standards.
• Perform thermal, structural, and fluid analyses to support design decisions.
• Develop and execute test plans for component and system hot-fire or performance testing.
• Analyze test data and refine designs against predictive models.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality to ensure producibility and tolerances.
• Support root-cause investigations during testing or flight.
• Create and maintain design reviews, test reports, and requirements traceability docs.
• Work with suppliers on custom hardware procurement.

Skills

Propulsion design

Thermal analysis

Fluid dynamics

3D CAD

GD&T

Test campaigns

Manufacturing support

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Aerospace/Mechanical or related

Master’s in propulsion (asset)

Tools

FEA

CFD

CAD software

Job description

Engineering - Launch Systems Full Time Markham, ON $75,000 - $95,000 CAD per year

NordSpace(https://nordspace.com) is a Canadian startup with the mission to advance life on Earth, from space.NordSpaceis committed to extremely rapid innovation and development of the most ambitious aerospace projects with the most ambitious team. With divisions spanning everything fromspace robotics to satellites torockets,NordSpaceis driven to bring space closer to Earth and inspire generations of space explorers.

Role purpose:

As a Propulsion Engineer you contribute to the design, analysis, testing and optimization of combustion devices and related propulsion hardware. You ensure designs are robust, testable, manufacturable, and meet program performance, cost, and schedule objectives. You will work cross-functionally with structures, avionics and manufacturing teams to take propulsion hardware from concept through qualification.

The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and wants to see their designs tested, iterated, and flown

Core responsibilities

• Development, modeling, validation, and verification of the complete product and its subcomponents, generating design documentation in accordance with GD&T rules and internal company standards.
• Perform thermal, structural, and fluid dynamics analysis to support component and system-level design decisions
• Develop and execute test plans for component and full-system hot-fire or performance testing
• Analyze test data and correlate against predictive models to refine designs
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure designs are producible and meet tolerances
• Support root-cause investigations for anomalies during testing or flight
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design reviews, test reports, and requirements traceability
• Work closely with suppliers and vendors on custom hardware procurement when needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a closely related engineering discipline; Master’s degree with specialization in propulsion, combustion, or related field is an asset.
• 3+ years of hands on experience in liquid rocket propulsion or closely related combustion/fluids hardware (e.g., gas turbines, high pressure chemical process equipment, combustion systems).
• Demonstrated experience owning design, analysis, and delivery of combustion devices or propulsion subcomponents (e.g., injectors, chambers, nozzles, valves, manifolds, feed systems) from concept to hardware.
• Strong background in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, combustion, and structural mechanics as applied to high pressure, high temperature hardware.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools for complex assemblies and detailed component design, and fluency with GD&T compliant engineering drawings.
• Experience with simulation and analysis tools (e.g., FEA, CFD, analytical modeling) for structural, thermal, and fluid performance.
• Demonstrated experience planning and executing test campaigns for propulsion or high energy hardware, including test article definition, instrumentation, procedures, safety, and data review.
• Hands on experience with rocket propellants, high pressure cryogenic systems, and associated ground support equipment.
• Experience defining and supporting manufacturing processes for precision hardware (e.g., machining, welding/brazing, additive manufacturing, surface treatments) in a development or production environment, including design for manufacturability and testability.
• Familiarity with relevant aerospace and pressure systems standards (e.g., AS9100, NASA/ESA propulsion standards, pressure vessel and piping codes).
• Strong understanding of requirements management, configuration control, and engineering change processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for design documentation, test reports, and technical reviews.
• Proactive mindset: identifies blockers (technical, schedule, resource, or process) early and drives them to resolution to keep the program moving.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Thank you to all who apply. Candidates who are successfully selected for an interview will be notified by email.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to obtain and maintain a security assessment under the Controlled Goods Program (Defence Production Act) as a condition of their employment.

Compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion, based on job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, and education and/or training. NordSpace encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations.

NordSpace is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates; all hiring decisions are based on merit and job-related qualifications, without discrimination on any ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available on request at any stage of the selection process - please contact [e-mail] .