Propulsion Systems Manager — Spacecraft Development Leader

Vardaspace; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 170,280 - 217,580; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO policy +12 paid holidays

100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match

Job summary

Vardaspace in El Segundo, California, is looking for a Manager of Propulsion Systems to spearhead the success of propulsion under their engineering organization. You will own the propulsion system architecture and lead a diverse team to shape future spacecraft capabilities. This role combines technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or a related field with 5–9 years in spacecraft propulsion. Join us in creating innovative solutions in the rapidly advancing space economy.

Qualifications

• 5–9 years of hands-on experience in spacecraft or launch vehicle propulsion.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience.
• Deep technical understanding of spacecraft propulsion subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Own the spacecraft propulsion systems discipline and its interfaces end-to-end.
• Set the technical direction for Varda propulsion systems.
• Drive and define interfaces with partner disciplines.

Skills

Propulsion systems technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

CAD and PLM software proficiency

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics

Tools

Fluid systems performance analysis tools

Job description

Vardaspace in El Segundo, California, is looking for a Manager of Propulsion Systems to spearhead the success of propulsion under their engineering organization. You will own the propulsion system architecture and lead a diverse team to shape future spacecraft capabilities. This role combines technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or a related field with 5–9 years in spacecraft propulsion. Join us in creating innovative solutions in the rapidly advancing space economy.