Lunar Propulsion Systems Lead for IM-5 Mission

Intuitive Machines, LLC

Houston, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Intuitive Machines, LLC in Houston, TX, seeks a Propulsion Systems Lead to guide the IM-5 propulsion subsystem from requirements definition through test and mission operations. This role offers direct influence on a flagship lunar mission and requires strong propulsion fundamentals, experience with cryogenic propellants, and proven leadership across engineering teams.

Candidates with senior-level experience are encouraged to apply; the team works on Nova-D and CLPS initiatives to advance lunar

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Experience owning propulsion hardware through development phases.
Strong understanding of propulsion fundamentals.
Experience with cryogenic propellants.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
Experience managing schedules and priorities.
Familiarity with Jira, MS Project, Confluence.

Responsibilities

Serve as technical owner for the IM-5 propulsion subsystem.
Lead propulsion subsystem definition, design, integration, verification, qualification, acceptance, and mission operations activities.
Define propulsion system requirements, maintain interface definitions, and ensure verification closure.
Coordinate propulsion activities across systems engineering, structures, avionics, software, manufacturing, integration, test, safety, and mission operations teams.
Manage propulsion-related technical risks, action items, discrepancies, and anomaly investigations through closure.
Develop and maintain propulsion subsystem schedules, priorities, and deliverables in coordination with program leadership.
Oversee supplier selection, procurement support, technical oversight, and qualification activities for propulsion hardware.
Lead component- and system-level test planning, execution, data review, and verification activities.
Review and guide propulsion analyses including fluid system modeling, thermal-fluid analyses, performance predictions, transient simulations, and system-level studies.
Utilize tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, Confluence, or equivalent systems to track technical actions, schedules, requirements, and execution status.
Provide technical leadership and coordination across propulsion, systems engineering, manufacturing, integration, test, and mission operations teams.
Mentor engineers and contribute to the continued growth of propulsion capabilities across Intuitive Machines programs.