Lead Propulsion Engineer — Thruster Systems

Axiom Space Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Inclusion and diversity initiatives

Job summary

A leading space technology company in Houston is seeking a Propulsion Staff Engineer – Thruster Systems. This role requires owning the technical execution of bipropellant thruster assemblies and leading cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of propulsion experience with strong leadership skills, providing technical authority on thruster designs and conducting detailed analyses. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to driving innovation in commercial space exploration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft or launch vehicle propulsion.
• Significant hands-on experience with thruster design including injectors and combustion chambers.
• Expertise in combustion, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical execution of bipropellant thruster assemblies from design to flight readiness.
• Lead cross-functional teams to meet cost and schedule targets.
• Perform detailed modeling and analysis of thruster assemblies.

Skills

Hands-on propulsion hardware experience

Strong technical leadership

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

3D modeling software (SolidWorks)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ANSYS

Fluent

TDK

CEA

Job description

A leading space technology company in Houston is seeking a Propulsion Staff Engineer – Thruster Systems. This role requires owning the technical execution of bipropellant thruster assemblies and leading cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of propulsion experience with strong leadership skills, providing technical authority on thruster designs and conducting detailed analyses. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to driving innovation in commercial space exploration.