Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components

Mclaurin Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks a Propulsion Engineer to join their team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. The role involves designing propulsion systems, supporting flight operations, and resolving unique engineering challenges. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and relevant experience in propulsion or fluid systems. Join a passionate team dedicated to advancing human space exploration.

Benefits

Competitive pay and positive work-life balance

Employer-paid insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)

Paid holidays and generous PTO

401k with employer match after 12 months

Education and relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in engineering.
• Self-starting individual capable of independent technical review assessments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop major elements of ground test and space flight systems.
• Write technical and progress reports for dissemination.

Skills

Engineering

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

CAD

EASY5

SINDA/FLUENT

ANSYS/FEA

Job description

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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We seek your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve inspiring goals worldwide. Bring your creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems for space exploration that benefit Earth. We are excited about our work and need you on our team as we tackle challenges in NASA's deep space exploration pursuits.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If Selected You Will

• Report to NASA JSC EP4 Branch
• Have extensive knowledge of component and system certification, including the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification
• Support national and international customers for Gateway, International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew
• Design and develop major elements of ground test and space flight systems for propulsion and fluid systems
• Write technical and progress reports for dissemination to other technical groups and agencies
• Understand Fluid Systems
• Resolve unique or novel problems related to Propulsion Subsystems
• Support flight Anomaly Resolution and In-Flight Investigation reviews, solving propulsion issues with limited information
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

This position is posted at multiple levels. We consider candidates based on experience, requirements, and business needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 2-5 years of relevant experience
• Self-starting individual capable of independent technical review assessments
• Experience level: at least 2 years in relevant engineering discipline
• Assist Boeing team lead with daily activities, technical reviews, and document management
• Coordinate and track document reviews and actions via systems like JIRA
• Serve as POC for propulsion-related software changes and hazard reports
• Support mission operations and data reviews

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in propulsion or fluid systems
• Flight program experience
• Proficiency with MATLAB, CAD (e.g., Creo), and analytical modeling tools (EASY5, SINDA/FLUENT, ANSYS/FEA)

Benefits

• Competitive pay and positive work-life balance
• Employer-paid insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• 401k with employer match after 12 months
• Education and relocation assistance (if applicable)

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a security background check are required. Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.