Propulsion Engineer - Hands-On Space Systems, Stock Options

Stanford Climate Ventures; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO

401k

Stock options

Job summary

Stanford Climate Ventures seeks a Propulsion Engineer in El Segundo, California. This hands-on role involves designing propulsion systems and integrating hardware for spacecraft. Candidates should have a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience.

You will lead safety assessments and support cryogenic fluid system development while collaborating with a dedicated team to push the boundaries of space technology.

Benefits include medical, PTO, 401k, stock options, and more.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in designing, analyzing, or testing propulsion systems.
• Proficiency in CAD and machining practices.
• Ability to work in a startup environment with high agency.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze critical propulsion and thrust systems.
• Own system architecture and integration for spacecraft.
• Lead safety assessments for fluid and propulsion systems.

Skills

Fluids

Thermodynamics

Mechanical Design

Propulsion Systems

CAD Tools

Cryogenics

First-principles Analysis

Education

BS in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

FEA

CFD

Job description

Stanford Climate Ventures seeks a Propulsion Engineer in El Segundo, California. This hands-on role involves designing propulsion systems and integrating hardware for spacecraft. Candidates should have a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience.

You will lead safety assessments and support cryogenic fluid system development while collaborating with a dedicated team to push the boundaries of space technology.

Benefits include medical, PTO, 401k, stock options, and more.