Propulsion Engineering Lead for GEO Satellite Systems

AscendArc, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AscendArc, Inc. is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Lead to own the end-to-end propulsion subsystem for a GEO satellite platform.

You will work on electric propulsion, xenon feed, PPU integration, and drive supplier selection, testing, and verification from architecture through in-orbit results. This role requires 8+ years in spacecraft propulsion, a degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, and the ability to translate models into flight hardware under export-control constraints.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of spacecraft propulsion experience.
• Direct experience with electric propulsion (Hall-effect) and xenon feed systems.
• Proven ownership of propulsion verification and test planning.
• Familiar with EOR and station-keeping delta-V analyses for GEO missions.
• Experience driving propulsion supplier selection and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end propulsion performance from architecture to in-orbit results.
• Define test requirements and supervise system-level test execution.
• Collaborate with Structures, GNC, Power, and mission operations teams.
• Support propulsion safety considerations and procurement activities.

Skills

Propulsion engineering

Hall‑effect propulsion

Propulsion verification

Supplier selection

Education

B.S./M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

AscendArc, Inc. is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Lead to own the end-to-end propulsion subsystem for a GEO satellite platform.

You will work on electric propulsion, xenon feed, PPU integration, and drive supplier selection, testing, and verification from architecture through in-orbit results. This role requires 8+ years in spacecraft propulsion, a degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, and the ability to translate models into flight hardware under export-control constraints.