Space Propulsion Engineer

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of propulsion subsystems for robotic platforms, including electric and chemical propulsion systems.
• Assist with integrating propulsion systems into robotic platforms, ensuring compatibility with mission objectives and operational requirements.
• Perform propulsion subsystem sizing, power budget management, and performance analysis to meet mission requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate propulsion systems during ground testing and operational deployment.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to manage the delivery and integration of propulsion components, ensuring compliance with mission requirements.
• Support robotic platform operations, including commissioning, calibration, and real-time mission operations.
• Work with regulatory agencies to secure necessary approvals for handling and transporting propulsion systems for robotic platforms.

• Strong engineering background in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Robotics Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with electric, chemical, and hybrid propulsion systems, as well as propulsion design and analysis for robotics.
• Familiarity with robotics systems and mission design.
• Hands-on experience with propulsion system testing, both in lab and operational environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex technical challenges.
• U.S. Citizenship and eligibility to obtain a U.S. DoD security clearance (Secret or higher).

• Experience with propulsion testing in laboratory environments, including vacuum or field-testing environments.
• Familiarity with robotics simulation tools and testbeds, such as Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems and digital twins.
• Understanding of mission operations for autonomous or remotely operated systems.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies (DOT, FAA) for transporting robotic propulsion systems.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar programming languages used for propulsion analysis and simulation.

• Performance bonuses
• 401K
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Education assistance

Last updated on Oct 23, 2024