Propulsion Component Engineer

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Medical, vision & dental coverage

Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a Propulsion Component Engineer who will take charge of spacecraft component design from inception to production. The role requires collaboration within an agile team, focusing on high-performance spacecraft development. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, relevant experience, and proficiency in CAD tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in valve or component design.
• Demonstrated ability in design, procurement, and testing of hardware.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of component design from concept to product realization.
• Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
• Provide technical support for test operations.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software

Hands-on experience with fluid and mechanical systems

Capability for structural and thermal analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science

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Compensation: $105,000 - $155,000 / year

Department: Propulsion Engineering

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $105,000 - $155,000 / year

Description

As a Propulsion Component Engineer you will own all aspects of spacecraft component design from concept to product realization, while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of component design from concept to product realization
• Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings
• Perform fluid, thermal, and structural analysis as required
• Work with the team and external sources to procure materials, fabricate parts, and complete assemblies
• Provide technical support for test operations
• Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science
• 3+ years of experience in valve or component design
• Hands-on experience working with fluid and mechanical systems
• Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
• Capable of performing structural and thermal analysis in support of design
• Demonstrated ability in requirements definition, conceptual design, procurement, fabrication, assembly and testing of hardware
  
  
  

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience designing and operating high reliability, high performance hardware
• Experience with on-orbit propulsion components
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Requirements

• Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
  
  

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.


To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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