Senior Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion (Hybrid/Remote)

Revolution Space; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health plan

401k

Life insurance

Disability

Job summary

Revolution Space is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion with a mechanical background to drive full lifecycle development of in-space propulsion products. You will interface with stakeholders to translate requirements into verifiable designs and lead multidisciplinary teams for product development and verification.

The role requires deep knowledge of propulsion systems and space environments, with strong emphasis on documentation, planning, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering or related STEM field.
• 15+ years space systems engineering experience.
• Knowledge of spacecraft/satellite needs and requirements.
• Knowledge of space industry standards, protocols, and flight/ground constraints.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with focus on quality.
• Strong communication and documentation skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the overall system architecture including components and interfaces.
• Support integration of Revolution Space's thrusters onto a spacecraft.
• Meet program or project objectives.
• Support technical business development activities.
• Develop ICDs, User Guides, and other documentation.
• Identify and flow up technological constraints.

Skills

Systems engineering

Team leadership

Problem solving

Technical communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace/mechanical/electrical

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Revolution Space is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion with a mechanical background to drive full lifecycle development of in-space propulsion products. You will interface with stakeholders to translate requirements into verifiable designs and lead multidisciplinary teams for product development and verification.

The role requires deep knowledge of propulsion systems and space environments, with strong emphasis on documentation, planning, and cross-functional