Propulsion Engineer, Combustion Devices

Astrobase Space Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOPs

Group health insurance

Term-life and personal-accident cover

Unlimited coffee

Job summary

Astrobase Space Technologies in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced propulsion engineer to own the stage fluid and propulsion systems from design to flight. You will lead design ownership of combustion devices, regen-cooled chambers, and interfaces for main injector and nozzle-extension.

You will build CAD models, work with Siemens NX/Teamcenter, CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE or Creo/Windchill, and drive manufacturing processes, testing, and data packages while collaborating with ISRO veterans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing and testing liquid rocket thrust chambers.
• Hands-on work on regeneratively cooled chambers for pump-fed engines, taken through hot-fire.
• Experience with cryogenic coolants (LCH4 or LH2).
• Advanced CAD/PLM: Siemens NX/Teamcenter, CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE or Creo/Windchill; GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Responsibilities

• Design ownership of combustion devises, continuous improvement.
• Design the regen-cooled main chamber: copper liner, coolant channels, closeout jacket, manifolds, throat and cooled nozzle section.
• Manage structural, thermal, fluid and stability analysis and optimize performance.
• Build CAD models and release drawings with GD&T for chamber parts and interfaces.
• Create and own process for manufacturing, assembly and testing.
• Own chamber acceptance: flow balance, proof, helium leak and CT blockage checks; close ECR/ECOs, NCR dispositions and data packages.
• Documentation, change management and hardware acceptance.

Job description

Astrobase Space Technologies is an early-stage Bengaluru company building a two-stage orbital launch vehicle. Our engine is a LOX–methane full-flow staged-combustion engine. The Astrobase Propulsion team is looking for experienced and passionate professionals who can own the vehicle's stage fluid and propulsion systems from design to flight.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design ownership of combustion devises, continuous improvement
• Design the regen-cooled main chamber: copper liner, coolant channels, closeout jacket, manifolds, throat and cooled nozzle section.
• Manage structural, thermal, fluid and stability analysis and optimize the performance
• Build CAD models and release drawings with GD&T for chamber parts and the main-injector and nozzle-extension interfaces.
• Create and own process for manufacturing, assembly and testing
• Own chamber acceptance: flow balance, proof, helium leak and CT blockage checks; close ECR/ECOs, NCR dispositions and data packages.
• Documentation, change management and hardware acceptance.

BASIC QUALIFICATION

• B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Min. 5+ years designing and testing liquid rocket thrust chambers.
• Hands-on work on regeneratively cooled chambers for pump-fed engines, taken through hot-fire.
• Experience with cryogenic coolants (LCH4 or LH2) .
• Advanced CAD/PLM: Siemens NX/Teamcenter, CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE or Creo/Windchill; GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Reacting-flow CFD (Star-CCM+ or Fluent) and FEA (Ansys Mechanical or Abaqus).
• Acoustic cavity or baffle design for combustion stability.
• Design for additive manufacturing

WHAT WE OFFER

• Salary: ₹24–36 LPA fixed CTC, variable pay based on experience and role fitment.
• Attractive early-stage stock options (ESOPs).
• Group health insurance: employee, spouse, children and parents.
• Insurance: term-life and personal-accident cover.
• Work environment: Challenging, stimulating, research-driven work solving rocket problems every day with a great team. We have a good time, and unlimited coffee

WHY WORK WITH US?

At Astrobase, we believe in the power of human ingenuity and collaboration to push the boundaries of space exploration. As a team member, you’ll be:

1. Creating History: Join us in developing cutting‑edge launch vehicles, playing a pivotal role in transforming space access and shaping the future of space exploration.

2. Collaborating with Experts: Work alongside ISRO scientists and industry veterans with decades of experience in designing India’s iconic space missions like Chandrayaan 3

3. Growth Opportunities: As Astrobase scales, you’ll have the chance to take on leadership roles and be part of an expanding organization driving change in the Indian space sector.

4. Pioneering Space Technology: Your contributions will not only impact Astrobase but also influence the global space ecosystem. Be part of something larger than yourself.

Astrobase is an equal-opportunity employer; we hire on skills, merit and experience.