Staff Propulsion Engineer

Denver, COfull timeRemote

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senior

$185k–$280k

H1B: no

Trueanomalyinc Staff Propulsion Engineer designs, builds, and tests propulsion systems for spacecraft, providing technical expertise and mentorship. The role involves collaboration with multiple subsystems and continuous improvement of propulsion designs.

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.

Qualification

Passion for the space industry5+ years project leadership experienceValve and/or propellant tank design

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
10+ years of professional experience in Launch or Space Vehicles.
Demonstrated 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, vehicle-level propulsion checkouts, and propellant loading.
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.

Preferred

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
10+ years professional experience in development and production of space systems.
5+ years project leadership experience.
Valve and/or propellant tank design, analysis, and manufacturing experience.
Experience in or exposure to mechanical design for propulsion systems, mechanisms, and/or optical payloads.
Track record of innovative problem-solving in complex mechanical designs.
Experience working in a startup or similarly dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with full vehicle lifecycle from concept through production.

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
PTO
Equity/RSU
Parental Leave

Company

Trueanomalyinc

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