Lead Propulsion Engineer — Flexible Hours & Unlimited PTO

EVONA; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) matching

Flexible working hours

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

EVONA is seeking an experienced Lead Propulsion Development Engineer to own spacecraft propulsion engines from concept to qualification and flight. You will lead hands-on design, prototyping, and testing while mentoring a team of propulsion engineers in a fast-paced environment.

You will apply your expertise in thermodynamics, compressible flow and heat transfer, and collaborate with CAD teams using SolidWorks, NX, or Creo to advance next‑gen propulsion technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of rocket engine or combustion device design experience.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, compressible flow and heat transfer.
• Hands-on experience with propulsion hardware and testing.
• Experience with spacecraft propulsion or high-pressure fluid systems is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development and testing of spacecraft propulsion engines.
• Own engine hardware from concept through qualification.
• Perform thermal, fluid dynamics and structural analysis.
• Lead development and qualification test campaigns.
• Mentor propulsion engineers and drive new propulsion technologies.

Skills

Propulsion leadership

Propulsion engineering

Thermodynamics

CFD

CAD software

Tools

SolidWorks

NX/Creo

Job description

EVONA is seeking an experienced Lead Propulsion Development Engineer to own spacecraft propulsion engines from concept to qualification and flight. You will lead hands-on design, prototyping, and testing while mentoring a team of propulsion engineers in a fast-paced environment.

You will apply your expertise in thermodynamics, compressible flow and heat transfer, and collaborate with CAD teams using SolidWorks, NX, or Creo to advance next‑gen propulsion technology.