Senior Propulsion Architect for Spacecraft Systems

trueanomalyinc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 185,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class healthcare

Flexible Time Off

Daily catered lunch

Equity

401(k) retirement plan

Parental Leave

Dog Fridays

Job summary

True Anomaly, a pioneering space technology company, seeks a Staff Propulsion Development Engineer to design, build, and test propulsion systems for autonomous spacecraft. You will mentor engineers and lead multiple propulsion initiatives, aiming to advance our next-generation vehicles from the ground up.

Join a mission-driven team focused on state-of-the-art propulsion, ground tests, and flight campaigns. This onsite role requires collaboration across disciplines at our Centennial, CO or Long

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 10+ years of professional experience in Launch or Space Vehicles.
• Experience with stage systems, rocket engines, flight valves, and/or detailed fluid system architecture and analysis.
• Propulsion test experience including hot-fire or pressure testing.
• Fluid system design and analysis including pressurization system sizing, water hammer analysis, pressure budgets, FMECAs, and FDIR architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to work and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for the space industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, analysis, and optimization of propulsion systems and components for advanced satellites, ensuring they meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Work propulsion and other spacecraft subsystems from concept to flight.
• Review models and drawings from top level down to piece parts as needed.
• Work collaboratively with structural, mechanical, thermal, and avionics teams to validate designs and ensure compliance with mission requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency, manufacturability, and system performance.
• Present content to internal and external customers.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Leadership in multidisciplinary teams

Propulsion systems design

Launch/space vehicle experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

True Anomaly, a pioneering space technology company, seeks a Staff Propulsion Development Engineer to design, build, and test propulsion systems for autonomous spacecraft. You will mentor engineers and lead multiple propulsion initiatives, aiming to advance our next-generation vehicles from the ground up.

Join a mission-driven team focused on state-of-the-art propulsion, ground tests, and flight campaigns. This onsite role requires collaboration across disciplines at our Centennial, CO or Long