Propulsion Drawing Checker/CAD Modeler

Venus Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock options

Medical benefits including dental and视

flex-Friday flexible schedule

Unlimited PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Venus Aerospace is seeking a Propulsion Drawing Checker/CAD Modeler to create and check drawings from 3D models, ensuring release through the workflow. You will handle propulsion hardware from pieces to engine assemblies and PPMS systems in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 5+ years of propulsion drawing experience, 10+ years CAD proficiency, and strong communication for collaboration with design, test, and manufacturing teams. On-site in Houston, TX. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of rocket propulsion drawing experience.
• 10+ years of CAD experience, especially with large assemblies.
• Experience with CAD tools such as TC/NX, SolidWorks, CATIA.
• Strong communication skills to work in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of propulsion piece parts and assemblies.
• Generate CAD models & drawings of components and engine systems.
• Work with test and manufacturing teams.
• Set the standard for checking drawings.

Skills

Communication skills

Propulsion drawing experience

CAD experience

Tools

TC/NX

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

Who We Are:

Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.

The Role: Propulsion Drawing Checker/CAD Modeler

You will be involved in the making of engineering drawings from 3D solid models, drawing checking and working through workflow issues to obtain release. You will be responsible for working with designs from concepts to flight maturity hardware that involve propulsion hardware from piece parts to engine assemblies and/or Propellant & Pressure Management (PPMS) systems. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and self-motivated individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What You'll Get To Do

• Support design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of propulsion piece parts and assemblies
• Generate CAD models & drawings of components and engine systems
• Work with various teams such as the test and manufacturing teams
• Set the standard for checking drawings

What You Have

• 5+ years of rocket propulsion drawing experience
• 10+ years of CAD experience, particularly working with large assemblies
• Experience in some of the CAD tools such as TC/NX, SolidWorks, CATIA
• Strong communication skills to effectively work in highly collaborative environment

What Will Set You Apart

• GD&T mastery

Location:

On‑site in Houston, TX

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• stock options
• medical benefits, including dental and vision
• flex-Friday flexible schedule
• unlimited PTO
• professional development opportunities

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.