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Propulsion roles cover liquid engines, electric propulsion, thrusters and feed systems, from clean-sheet design through hot-fire test and flight. Launch providers hire for turbomachinery, combustion devices and test operations; satellite builders hire for electric and chemical in-space systems and propellant management.

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Director - Manufacturing, Ops & Assembly Electric Propulsion Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · PropulsionOwn manufacturing for Blue Origin's electric propulsion thruster line as it scales from development into rate production. You will be the single-threaded leader accountable for delivery rate, quality, cost, and…$203,165 to $284,430 per yearOn site

CDD - Ingénieure / Ingénieur CFD Propulsion Verified today

HyPrSpace · Le Haillan, France · PropulsionDesign and optimize next-generation hybrid propulsion systems through CFD simulation of combustion, flows and heat transfer. You will analyze engine performance data, develop simulation models, and work…On site

Senior Propulsion Technician Verified today

Ursa Major · Berthoud, CO · PropulsionYou will lead complex propulsion system builds and engine-level integrations, diagnose multi-disciplinary failures, and serve as a cross-program subject matter expert. Mentor technicians while driving…On site

Propulsion Engineer, Non-Destructive Evaluation (Raptor) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionYou will develop and qualify non-destructive evaluation inspection methods for the Raptor engine, from sensor design and ultrasonic technique optimization through automated production deployment. Partner with…$100,000 to $130,000 per yearOn site

Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Final Assembly & Tube Shop) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionOversee Raptor engine final assembly and tube shop production at SpaceX. You will develop and refine assembly processes, design critical tooling, resolve build issues, and collaborate across engineering and…$100,000 to $130,000 per yearOn site

Working Student – Piping System, Propulsion (m/f/d) Verified today

Isar Aerospace · Parsdorf, Germany · PropulsionModel and design piping systems for Isar Aerospace's Sea Level and Vacuum rocket engines. You will create 3D CAD designs, prepare hardware drawings, track manufacturing, and see your work move from CAD through…On siteEarly career

Propulsion Engineer - Huracan Components Verified today

The Exploration Company · Bordeaux, France · PropulsionYou will own the technical follow-up of suppliers and manufacturing partners providing secondary components (sensors, valves, actuators, instrumentation) for Huracan, our lunar lander main engine. Ensure…On site

Lunar Structural Analyst III, Fluid Systems - Human Rated Crewed Lunar Lander Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · PropulsionLead structural and dynamic analysis of the reaction control system and helium system for Blue Origin's Blue Moon Mk2 Crew Lander. You'll conduct FEA on valves, tubing, pressure vessels and mounts, identify…$121,023 to $169,432 per yearOn site

Principal Propulsion Engineer, Blue Thrusters Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · PropulsionDesign and analyze thruster injectors and combustion chambers from concept through flight qualification. You'll own performance, stability, and thermal behavior while partnering with valve engineers, test…$169,624 to $237,473 per yearOn site

Propulsion Engineer - Alpha Turbopumps� Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · Texas · PropulsionOwn turbopump hardware from requirements through flight operations on Firefly's Alpha launch vehicle. You will lead design and analysis of the Reaver and Lightning engine turbomachinery, collaborate with…On site

Propulsion Fluids Technician I -Clean Line (Tube Cleaning) Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · Texas · PropulsionClean and inspect flight propulsion hardware using ultrasonic cleaning, passivation, and pressure testing. You'll work with real space hardware in a controlled cleanroom environment, performing precision…On site

Propulsion Technician (Raptor) - 2nd Shift Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionYou will assemble, prepare, and test Raptor combustion device hardware through welding, brazing, and precision processes. Stage and troubleshoot engine systems in test cells, operating specialized machinery and…On site

TIG Welder, Combustion Devices (Raptor) - 2nd Shift Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionWeld and assemble fluid systems for the Raptor rocket engine powering Starship and Super Heavy. You'll fabricate, repair, and inspect combustion device components, working from blueprints and engineering…On site

Senior Manufacturing Engineer I - Fluid Systems Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionLead precision welding and fabrication of propulsion tubing components for Neutron, our reusable medium-lift launch vehicle. You'll qualify welding processes, conduct NDT inspections, drive manufacturing…$164,000 to $194,000 per yearOn site

Manufacturing Engineer I, Turbomachinery Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou will produce and develop manufacturing processes for fuel and oxidizer turbopump components and assemblies for the Aeon-R and Aeon-R Vac engines. Own the manufacturing trades from fabrication through…$90,000 to $136,000 per yearOn siteEarly career

Turbomachinery Engineer II, Turbine Development Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou'll advance turbine design for the Aeon-R engines powering Terran R to orbit. Working at the intersection of aerodynamic and structural analysis, you'll collaborate with propulsion, manufacturing, and test…$104,000 to $156,000 per yearOn site

Fluid Systems Engineering Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionOwn fluid systems design, development, and integration across Haven Station and spacecraft programs. Work hands-on with pressurized hardware, thermal control, propulsion systems, and ground support equipment…On site

Vehicle Fluids Engineer II Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionOwn the mechanical and structural design of Terran R's stage fluid systems, from routing and trade studies through hardware verification and manufacturing. You'll design mounting structures, run FEA analysis…$104,000 to $156,000 per yearOn site

Electric Propulsion Specialist Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionAssemble, wire, and test electric propulsion thrusters and power systems for Haven Station in our Long Beach lab. You'll work hands-on with propulsion engineers, operating vacuum chambers, running component…On site

Mechanical Engineer I (Environmental/Propulsion) Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · PropulsionYou'll assist in designing and analyzing environmental and propulsion spacecraft hardware and systems. Work with cross-functional teams on fluid control systems, collect performance data, resolve technical…$70,213 to $96,543 per yearOn siteEarly career

Fluid System Engineer II - Lunar Permanence Verified today

Blue Origin · Space Coast, FL · PropulsionYou will design, procure, and oversee production of cryogenic helium subsystems for Blue Moon lunar landers and launch vehicle upper stages. Coordinate cross-functional teams, drive design for…On site

Sr. Propulsion Engineer Verified today

Blue Origin · Renton, WA · PropulsionLead design and lifecycle development of the BE-7 Lunar Lander Engine, working with manufacturing and quality teams on structures, heat exchangers, and cryogenic systems. You'll balance technical challenges…$145,188 to $203,263 per yearOn site

Engineer - Fluid Systems II Verified today

Blue Origin · 4 Locations · PropulsionDesign and route fluid subsystems for Blue Origin's Blue Moon MK1 cargo lander, including pressurization, pneumatics, and reaction control systems. You'll work with components like valves and pressure vessels…$99,201 to $138,880 per yearOn site

Liaison Engineer III, Fluid Systems Verified today

Blue Origin · Space Coast, FL · PropulsionYou will own fluid systems build issues and production support for New Glenn's first stage, coordinating between design and manufacturing. Drive root cause analysis, resolve nonconformances, and ensure hardware…On site

Senior Liaison Engineer, Fluid Systems Verified today

Blue Origin · Space Coast, FL · PropulsionYou will own resolution of build issues and drive continuous improvement for New Glenn's fluid systems on the production floor. Support plumbing, valves, feed systems, pressurization, and pneumatics as primary…On site

Sr. Propulsion Engineer, Project Sunrise Orbital Data Centers Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · PropulsionYou will own the design, development, and integration of the propulsion system for a constellation of spacecraft supporting Project Sunrise. Lead trade studies, develop performance models, and collaborate with…$133,500 to $186,899 per yearOn site

Fluids Technician III - B Shift Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou'll build the fluids systems sub-assemblies for Rocket Lab's Archimedes engine, operating CNC tube cutting equipment and performing tube bending, flaring, and fit-up to aerospace specifications. This B-shift…$25 to $35 per hourOn site

Principal Combustion Devices Engineer Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou'll own the design, analysis, manufacturing, and flight qualification of combustion devices (preburners, injectors, thrust chambers, nozzles) for the 200,000 lbf Archimedes engine in Rocket Lab's Neutron…$211,500 to $349,500 per yearOn site

Propulsion Assembly Technician III - B Shift Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionAssemble sub-components for the Rutherford rocket engine that powers Neutron. You will build turbo pumps, thrust chambers, valves, and actuators, then watch your work launch to space. B shift, Monday-Thursday…$30 to $40 per hourOn site

Senior Propulsion Engineer I Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou will own the development, testing, and operation of Archimedes engines for Rocket Lab's Neutron rocket program. Design next-generation propulsion hardware, execute qualification testing, and drive engine…$135,475 to $208,475 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion Engineer II Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou'll design, test, and fly the Archimedes engine family for Neutron, Rocket Lab's new large rocket. Lead propulsion subsystems from qualification through operations, execute test campaigns, mentor engineers…$164,500 to $277,275 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion Systems Analyst I Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou'll develop transient startup and shutdown simulations for the Archimedes engine family and own overall performance during engine ignition and shutdown sequences. Work as the technical expert engine POC…$135,450 to $208,475 per yearOn site

Manufacturing Engineer II, Turbomachinery Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou will own manufacturing processes for fuel and oxidizer turbopumps on the Aeon-R and Aeon-R Vac engines, driving fabrication, testing, and assembly procedures from design through flight delivery. Work across…$104,000 to $156,000 per yearOn site

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Turbomachinery Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionYou will own manufacturing processes and hardware development for fuel and oxidizer turbopumps on the Aeon-R and Aeon-R Vac engines. Work at the interface between manufacturing and design teams, scaling…$122,000 to $182,000 per yearOn site

Manufacturing Engineer III - Combustions Verified today

Blue Origin · Huntsville, AL · PropulsionDesign and optimize manufacturing processes for Blue Origin's BE-4 and BE-3U engines powering the New Glenn vehicle. You will translate engineering requirements into robust production systems, collaborate with…On site

Staff Propulsion Engineer Verified today

CesiumAstro · El Segundo, CA · PropulsionLead the design and analysis of launch vehicle structures, tanks, and payload systems from concept through flight. You'll oversee subsystem development, perform FEA and thermal simulations, execute test…On site

Propulsion Engineer II - Ground Fluids Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · PropulsionYou will own ground fluid systems across all Varda spacecraft programs, from architecture and design through build, test, and flight ops. Lead propellant loading campaigns, define processes and standards, and…$119,543 to $152,749 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion Engineer - Ground Fluids Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · PropulsionYou will own Varda's ground fluid systems end-to-end: from architecture and design through build, test, and flight operations. Lead propellant loading campaigns across multiple sites, define operational…$140,333 to $179,314 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion Engineer - Hardware and Bus Systems Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · PropulsionYou will be the hands-on technical owner of the propulsion subsystem and hardware across Varda's fleet of satellite buses. Design, analyze, and test flight hardware; maintain system baselines; lead anomaly…$140,333 to $179,314 per yearOn site

Manufacturing Engineer (Raptor Turbomachinery Machining) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionOwn machining processes for Raptor engine critical hardware: valves, turbopumps, thrust chambers and injectors. You will develop and implement production processes, drive design for manufacturing updates, and…$100,000 to $130,000 per yearOn site

Propulsion Technician (Starship) - Level 4/5 Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionYou will laser weld, assemble, and pressure test advanced propulsion components for Starship and Super Heavy Booster. Work directly with engineers on the production floor to troubleshoot, maintain build quality…On site

Propulsion Assembly Technician II - B Shift Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionBuild turbo pumps and Rutherford rocket engine sub-assemblies for Rocket Lab's Neutron launch vehicle. You'll assemble thrust chambers, pumps, valves, and mechanical components, then watch your hardware launch…$25 to $35 per hourOn site

Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Propulsion Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionLead Vast's propulsion manufacturing team developing and building fluid systems for artificial-gravity space stations. You'll own production readiness, manufacturing processes, and supplier integration for…$136,120 to $193,224 per yearOn site

Senior Manager, Fluid Systems Design Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionLead the design team translating architecture into vehicle packaging for Haven Station modules. You'll own component-level design practices for propulsion, thermal control, and ECLSS systems, mentor engineers…$164,000 to $232,800 per yearOn site

Propulsion Components Engineer Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · PropulsionOwn the fluid components on Varda's W-Series satellite bus: solenoid valves, regulators, filters, manifolds and instrumentation across HTP and cold-gas systems. You will design Varda-owned parts, qualify…$140,333 to $179,314 per yearOn site

Propulsion Technician (Raptor) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionYou will assemble, prepare and test Raptor combustion devices and engine hardware, operating specialized machinery like vacuum furnaces and electron beam welding equipment. Work hands-on with precision tools…On site

Senior Propulsion Engineer Verified today

ReOrbit · Helsinki, Finland · PropulsionOwn propulsion subsystem architecture and requirements for ReOrbit's small satcom and LEO constellation programmes. You'll conduct trade-offs, manage supplier relationships, and lead fluidic analyses and…On site

Nozzle Design Engineer (m/w/d) Verified today

HyImpulse · Neuenstadt am Kocher · PropulsionYou will develop and validate thrust vector control systems for HyImpulse's propulsion engines. Work across structural and thermal analysis, hardware testing, and actuator integration in high-temperature…On site

Propulsion Engineer - Pressure Vessels Lead (COPV) Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · PropulsionLead Vast's pressure vessel team designing and qualifying composite overwrapped and metallic tanks for Haven Station, the world's first commercial space station. You'll own the full lifecycle from concept…$136,120 to $193,224 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion Development Engineer, Test Stand Verified today

True Anomaly · Denver, CO · PropulsionYou will lead design and build of True Anomaly's new Denver hypergolic propellant test stand, from concept through commissioning. Own the detailed mechanical design of propellant feed systems, structural…$165,000 to $235,000 per yearOn site