Propulsion Engineer Spacecraft

Associates Systems LLC

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; master's degree preferred.
  • 5-10 years of aerospace engineering experience, particularly in propulsion systems.
  • Hands-on experience with design, assembly, testing, and operation of space propulsion systems.
  • Proven ability to coordinate system requirements across multiple organizations.
  • Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Familiarity with NASA JSC Engineering Life Cycle process is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Support national and international customers in spaceflight and propulsion technology.
  • Resolve unique problems related to Propulsion Subsystems.
  • Write technical and progress reports for use by technical teams and agencies.
  • Participate in flight Anomaly Resolution and In-Flight Investigations.
  • Conduct thorough assessments of propulsion questions with minimal information.
  • Engage with various technical disciplines to coordinate project support.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge aerospace environment.
  • Collaboration with national and international space agencies.
  • Potential for professional growth through diverse project involvement.
  • Access to proprietary technologies and operational insights in propulsion systems.
Full Job Description
Propulsion Engineer
US Citizen/Permanent Resident
Aerospace/Spacecraft Experience


Extensive knowledge in component and system certification and the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification
Provides support to national and international customers for Gateway and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers
Extensive knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and fluid systems
Writes technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies
Resolves unique or novel problems, conditions, and issues as related to Propulsion Subsystems
Provide support for flight Anomaly Resolution review and In-Flight Investigation review, capable of solving propulsion questions with low levels of information
Perform other duties as required

Requisition Qualifications:

Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
Spacecraft propulsion experience with a focus on fluid and mechanical aspects
Experience in the design, assembly, testing, certification, and operation of space propulsion systems and components
Experience coordinating space propulsion systems requirements verification and validation between multiple organizations
Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, such as mechanical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, testing, and office software
Excellent organizational skills, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines
Confident in knowledge and experience, and able to discuss propulsion topics with subject matter experts

Requisition Preferences:

Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering and may be expected to have a related master's degree and possess 2 plus years of related experience
Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures
Familiarity with the NASA JSC Engineering Life Cycle process

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

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