Propulsion Systems Lead Engineer

True Anomaly, Inc.; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

401K and Parental Leave

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

True Anomaly in Laguna Beach, California, is seeking a Staff Propulsion Development Engineer responsible for designing, building, and testing propulsion systems, including flight systems and ground test campaigns. The role requires 10+ years of experience in launch or space vehicles and offers a competitive salary range.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a background in fluid systems, and a passion for the space industry, contributing to innovative solutions in space exploration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in Launch or Space Vehicles.
• Experience with stage systems, rocket engines, and flight valves.
• Experience in propulsion test including hot-fire and pressure testing.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize propulsion systems for advanced satellites.
• Collaborate with different teams to validate designs against mission requirements.
• Contribute to improving design efficiency and manufacturability.

Skills

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Stage systems

Rocket engines

Propulsion test experience

Fluid system design

Leadership in a multidisciplinary team

Excellent communication skills

Passion for space industry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

True Anomaly in Laguna Beach, California, is seeking a Staff Propulsion Development Engineer responsible for designing, building, and testing propulsion systems, including flight systems and ground test campaigns. The role requires 10+ years of experience in launch or space vehicles and offers a competitive salary range.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a background in fluid systems, and a passion for the space industry, contributing to innovative solutions in space exploration.