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Propulsion Engineer
| Company | True Anomaly |
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| Location | Denver, CO, USA |
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| Salary | $90000 – $135000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 2-7+ years of hands-on experience in the design, development, and testing of spacecraft propulsion systems.
- Experience in propulsion system modeling and analysis tools.
- Ability to support complex engineering projects with multiple stakeholders, meeting deadlines and deliverables.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, analysis, and development of propulsion systems for advanced satellites, contributing to the fulfillment of mission requirements.
- Assist in the integration, testing, and qualification of propulsion hardware, including component- and system-level testing.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of propulsion technologies with a focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Perform propulsion system simulations and support performance analysis under guidance from senior engineers.
- Participate in system-level trade studies and help evaluate propulsion options based on mission needs.
- Work closely with engineers from structures, avionics, and thermal teams to support integration and testing of propulsion subsystems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with chemical propulsion systems, preferably hypergolic and/or green propellant in-space 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.
