Propulsion Engineer

Summary

Join True Anomaly, a company building innovative space technology, and lead the design, analysis, and development of propulsion systems for advanced satellites. You will oversee integration, testing, and qualification, develop novel propulsion technologies, and conduct performance analysis and simulations. Collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams is crucial. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in spacecraft propulsion system design, development, and testing. The position offers a competitive salary, equity, and benefits including health, dental, vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, and parental leave. Initially remote, the role will transition to a hybrid model in 2025. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in the design, development, and testing of spacecraft propulsion systems
• Expertise in propulsion system modeling and analysis tools, and the ability to create your own analysis tools
• Ability to lead complex engineering projects with multiple stakeholders, meeting deadlines and deliverables
• Be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, analysis, and development of propulsion systems for advanced satellites, ensuring mission requirements are met
• Oversee the integration, testing, and qualification of propulsion systems, including hardware-in-the-loop and system-level testing
• Develop and implement novel propulsion technologies and architectures to enhance system performance and reliability
• Conduct performance analysis and simulations of the propulsion system
• Drive system-level trade studies to select optimal propulsion technologies based on mission objectives and constraints
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, including structures, avionics, and thermal, to ensure seamless integration of propulsion subsystems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with chemical propulsion systems
• Knowledge of CAD tools such as SolidWorks for propulsion system design
• Hands-on experience with propulsion test setups, including vacuum chamber testing and instrumentation
• Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• HRA/HSA options
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401K
• Parental Leave
• Equity