Propulsion Engineer- II

catalyx space; Ahmedabad; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Provident fund

Job summary

Catalyx Space in Ahmedabad is looking for a skilled Propulsion Engineer. This role involves developing propulsion hardware, including thruster and fluid systems design. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with around 3 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary, health insurance, and benefits like a provident fund. Join Catalyx Space to contribute to innovative aerospace solutions.

Qualifications

• Around 3 years of experience in propulsion, fluid systems, or thermal systems.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, DFM, and design for additive manufacturing.
• Ability to perform material selection and support hardware trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Own propulsion hardware development, including design, prototyping, and hot-fire testing.
• Develop and implement plumbing layouts for feed systems and system integration.
• Design and develop DAQ and safety systems for propulsion testing.

Skills

SolidWorks

Problem-solving ability

Hands-on experience with thruster testing

Familiarity with NASA CEA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India (On-site)

Employment type

Full-time

About Catalyx Space

We’re building AWS for space—providing in-space experiments and tech demos across LEO, deep space, and lunar orbit. Our offerings include unmanned labs, testbeds for rideshare and dedicated missions, and re-entry capsules for payload return. We simplify access with end-to-end solutions, no minimum mass limits, zero integration fees, and fast deployment (≤6 months), serving biopharma, semiconductors, materials science, defense, and more.

Role

As a Propulsion Engineer at Catalyx Space, you will be responsible for engine development and propulsion plumbing for our entry-system propulsion module. You will design, build, and test thrusters and fluid systems, working hands‑on from concept to test bench.

You will collaborate closely with the senior propulsion engineer to help deliver a flight‑ready propulsion system.

Key responsibilities

• Own propulsion hardware development, including design, prototyping, and hot‑fire testing
• Develop and implement plumbing layouts for feed systems and system integration
• Design and develop DAQ and safety systems for propulsion testing
• Support valve, tank, and line integration
• Troubleshoot, iterate, and deliver tested propulsion hardware ready for system integration
• Design and develop static‑fire stands and related test infrastructure for propulsion validation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Around 3 years of experience in propulsion, fluid systems, or thermal systems
• Hands‑on experience with thruster or engine testing and plumbing layouts
• Strong expertise in SolidWorks for CAD modelling and assemblies
• Working knowledge of GD&T, DFM, and design for additive manufacturing
• Ability to perform material selection and support hardware trade‑offs
• Familiarity with NASA CEA or equivalent propulsion analysis tools
• Strong problem‑solving ability in lab and test environments

Nice to have

• Direct experience contributing to flight‑ready or flight‑qualified propulsion hardware
• Exposure to earth‑storable, non‑toxic bipropellant engines
• Familiarity with propulsion instrumentation and DAQ systems
• Experience with engine testing workflows and plumbing optimisation
• Exposure to algorithmic engineering design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to support extended hours or weekend work during critical build or test phases
• Competitive salary (details will be shared with shortlisted candidates),
• Health insurance
• Provident fund.

How to apply

We only contact candidates from @catalyx.space emails. No fees are required at any stage of our hiring process.

Equal Opportunity

Catalyx Space is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any protected characteristic.