Propulsion Engineer

Focally; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Focally in Bengaluru seeks a Propulsion Engineer with hands-on experience in cryogenic propulsion systems and turbopump-fed rocket engines. You will design, develop, and optimize LOX-based propulsion components and perform thermodynamic analyses.

The role requires collaboration with structures, avionics, GNC, manufacturing, and systems engineering to ensure safe, reliable engine performance across testing campaigns.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and optimizing liquid cryogenic propulsion systems.
• Hands-on testing and validation of LOX handling and combustion characteristics.
• Proficiency with thermodynamic cycle analysis and engine performance calculations.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and document designs.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and develop cryogenic liquid propulsion systems for rocket engines.
• Develop and optimize combustion chambers, injectors, turbopumps, feed systems, and nozzles.
• Perform propulsion sizing, cycle analysis, and engine performance calculations.
• Design and validate cryogenic propellant feed systems and ignition sequences.
• Support engine testing and verification, including hot-fire tests.

Skills

Cryogenic Propulsion Systems

Liquid Rocket Engines

Turbopump Design & Analysis

LOX Handling

Cryogenic Fluid Systems

Combustion & Ignition Systems

Propellant Feed Systems

Engine Performance Analysis

Thermal Management & Regenerative Cool

CFD & FEA Analysis

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Propulsion Engineer with hands‑on experience in cryogenic propulsion systems and turbopump‑fed rocket engines. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in the design, development, testing, and optimization of liquid propulsion systems, with a thorough understanding of Liquid Oxygen (LOX) handling, storage, and combustion characteristics.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and develop cryogenic liquid propulsion systems for rocket engines.
• Develop and optimize combustion chambers, injectors, turbopumps, feed systems, and nozzles.
• Perform propulsion system sizing, thermodynamic cycle analysis, and engine performance calculations.
• Design and validate cryogenic propellant feed systems.
• Conduct combustion performance analysis, ignition sequence development, and engine startup/shutdown optimization.
• Support component‑level and integrated engine testing, including hot‑fire tests and performance evaluation.
• Perform thermal, structural, and fluid flow analyses to improve engine efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structures, avionics, GNC, manufacturing, and systems engineering.
• Prepare technical documentation, design reports, and verification plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards for cryogenic propellant handling, storage, and testing.

Key Technical Competencies

• Cryogenic Propulsion Systems
• Liquid Rocket Engines
• Turbopump Design & Analysis
• Liquid Oxygen (LOX)
• Cryogenic Fluid Systems
• Combustion & Ignition Systems
• Propellant Feed Systems
• Engine Performance Analysis
• Thermal Management & Regenerative Cooling
• CFD & FEA Analysis
• Rocket Engine Testing & Validation