Propulsion Engineer: Spacecraft Systems & Cryogenics

General Galactic; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Stock options

Job summary

General Galactic in Los Angeles is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to design and analyze critical propulsion and thrust systems. This role offers ownership of propulsion systems and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 2+ years of experience, and strong skills in CAD, thermodynamics, and systems analysis.

Benefits include medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, and stock options.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience designing and analyzing propulsion systems.
• Experience in fast-paced startup environments.
• Strong ownership and hands-on skills across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Own propulsion system architecture and integration.
• Support cryogenic fluid system development.
• Develop simulations and calculations for design decisions.
• Create engineering documentation for fluid and propulsion hardware.
• Plan and execute testing of fluid and propulsion systems.
• Lead system safety assessments.

Skills

Mechanical design skills

Proficiency with CAD tools

Ability to perform practical engineering analysis

Cryogenic systems experience

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Aerospace Engineering

BS in Chemical Engineering

Related technical field

Job description

General Galactic in Los Angeles is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to design and analyze critical propulsion and thrust systems. This role offers ownership of propulsion systems and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 2+ years of experience, and strong skills in CAD, thermodynamics, and systems analysis.

Benefits include medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, and stock options.