Tank Qualification Lead Engineer - Propulsion Systems

Quantum Space; Rockville, Hawthorne (MD, CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Generous leave

HSA

401(k) matching

Job summary

Quantum Space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III – Tank Qualification Lead in Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA to drive tank qualification for spacecraft propellant systems. You will lead design, qualification planning, testing and certification, coordinating with propulsion, materials, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure structural integrity and mission readiness.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in mechanical/pressure vessel engineering, with strong leadership, test execution, and data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, materials or related field.
• 7+ years in mechanical engineering, pressure vessel design, propulsion, or aerospace hardware.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, or qualifying pressure vessels or propellant tanks.
• Strong understanding of pressure vessel mechanics, structural integrity and failure modes.
• Experience developing qualification plans, test procedures and certification documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tank qualification activities for spacecraft tanks and related hardware.
• Develop qualification plans, test specs, and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across propulsion, materials, manufacturing and quality.
• Interpret test data, correlate with analytical models, and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Pressure vessel design

Structural analysis

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Materials engineering or related field

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

Abaqus

JAMA

DOORS

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Quantum Space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III – Tank Qualification Lead in Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA to drive tank qualification for spacecraft propellant systems. You will lead design, qualification planning, testing and certification, coordinating with propulsion, materials, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure structural integrity and mission readiness.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in mechanical/pressure vessel engineering, with strong leadership, test execution, and data