Sr. Propulsion Engineer (Components Team)

Telemetry Today LLC; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Venus Aerospace in Houston, TX, is seeking a Senior Propulsion Engineer (Components Team) to lead design, analysis, procurement, testing and development of propulsion hardware for PPMS systems. You will take concepts through flight-ready hardware in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong hands-on engineering experience, capable of navigating multi-disciplinary teams and translating readiness levels into flight hardware milestones.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, procure, test and develop propulsion hardware for PPMS systems.
• Advance designs from varying readiness levels to flight-mature hardware.

Job description

Who We Are:

Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.

The Role: Sr. Propulsion Engineer (Components Team)

As a Senior Propulsion Engineer on the components team, you will be involved in the design, analysis, procurement, testing, and development of propulsion hardware used to develop Propellant & Pressure Management (PPMS) systems. You will be responsible for taking designs from varying levels of readiness to flight maturity hardware. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and self-motivated individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.