Propulsion Engineer II — Design & Test Space Propulsion

Pace Industries, LLC; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking a Propulsion Engineer II in Madison, WI to help design, develop, and validate propulsion systems for space vehicles. You will work with a diverse team of engineers to test configurations, analyze results, and document design changes for program milestones.

The role emphasizes hands-on development and growth within a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of propulsion experience, strong communication skills, and a solid mechanical engineering foundation.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Typically, 2+ years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of propulsion engineering and mechanical engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and evaluate propulsion systems, subsystems, and components for space vehicles.
• Conduct tests and simulations to validate propulsion performance and document results.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Propulsion engineering

Mechanical engineering

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CAD

FEA

CFD

Job description

Sierra Space is seeking a Propulsion Engineer II in Madison, WI to help design, develop, and validate propulsion systems for space vehicles. You will work with a diverse team of engineers to test configurations, analyze results, and document design changes for program milestones.

The role emphasizes hands-on development and growth within a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of propulsion experience, strong communication skills, and a solid mechanical engineering foundation.