Lead Propulsion Engineer, Liquid Engines

Firefly Aerospace; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous health, dental, and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Flexible PTO options

Job summary

A leading space transportation company is seeking a Principal Propulsion Engineer to drive the lifecycle of launch vehicle engine systems. Responsibilities include hardware design, testing, and leading innovative propulsion solutions. Candidates need 8+ years in propulsion systems, deep understanding of fluid dynamics, and strong problem-solving skills. Join an innovative team in a fast-paced environment and be part of a mission to enable global space operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience developing launch vehicle propulsion systems.
• Experience testing or operating complex engineering systems.
• Deep knowledge of engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate full ownership of launch vehicle engine system hardware from concept to flight.
• Serve as the propulsion representative for Alpha engine testing.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute development testing of flight hardware.

Skills

Fluid dynamics understanding

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Technical writing

Hands-on hardware experience

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Job description

A leading space transportation company is seeking a Principal Propulsion Engineer to drive the lifecycle of launch vehicle engine systems. Responsibilities include hardware design, testing, and leading innovative propulsion solutions. Candidates need 8+ years in propulsion systems, deep understanding of fluid dynamics, and strong problem-solving skills. Join an innovative team in a fast-paced environment and be part of a mission to enable global space operations.