Lead Propulsion & Energetics Engineer

Astra Core-X; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Astra CoreX, Inc. is seeking a Principal Propulsion & Energetics Engineer to lead the propellant development for our high-speed ramjet/rocket interceptor programs.

You will develop, mix, test, and qualify solid propellants including AP-based booster grains. This role involves building the Propellant & Energetics division within the Engineering Team, leading formulation, testing, and ensuring safety, compliance, and traceability across lab operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Energetics.
• 10+ years of experience in solid propellant development.
• U.S. citizen with eligibility for government security clearance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build the Propellant & Energetics division within the Engineering Team of ACX.
• Lead and support the formulation and mixing of AP/HTPB based propellants.
• Lead the development of rocket propellants and fuels for air-breathing combustors.
• Lead the conduction of rheology, cure kinetics, and mechanical property testing.
• Plan and lead casting trials, vacuum degassing, and tooling development.
• Manage lab safety, ATF/OSHA compliance, and traceability.

Skills

Propellant development

Chemical engineering

Technical communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Energetics

Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Energetics

Job description

Astra CoreX, Inc. is seeking a Principal Propulsion & Energetics Engineer to lead the propellant development for our high-speed ramjet/rocket interceptor programs.

You will develop, mix, test, and qualify solid propellants including AP-based booster grains. This role involves building the Propellant & Energetics division within the Engineering Team, leading formulation, testing, and ensuring safety, compliance, and traceability across lab operations.