NewMechanical Engineer JobotMechanical EngineerTorrance, CA$135,000–$165,000 / yearThe successful candidate will be responsible for the design, analysis, development, testing, and integration of mechanical systems and components used in advanced aerospace platforms, including aircraft, spacecraft, unmanned systems, propulsion systems, and supporting ground equipment. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
NewQuality Manager JobotQuality ManagerLong Beach, CA$110,000–$150,000 / yearOur Long Beach site specializes in pressure vessels, composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPV), and propulsion systems supporting launch vehicles, satellites, and defense platforms. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
NewHead Of Operations System OneHead Of OperationsSanta Fe Springs, CA$150,000–$190,000 / yearSafety, Quality, and Compliance Ensure all employees follow established safety procedures and that safety training is current, especially in areas specific to railcar refurbishment such as confined space entry, elevated work, electrical lockout/tagout, welding, and hot work. This position plays a critical role in overseeing all operational activities — including safety, production, quality, and employee development — to ensure our manufacturing teams deliver high-quality rail vehicle components that meet customer expectations and project commitments.
Senior / Principal Propulsion Engineer Rocket Lab CorporationSenior / Principal Propulsion EngineerLong Beach, CA$116,000–$270,000 / yearTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
Propulsion Engineer, Combustion Devices Manufacturing Raptor Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer, Combustion Devices Manufacturing RaptorHawthorne, CA$100,000–$115,000 / yearITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.Spacecraft Propulsion EngineerRedondo Beach, CA$110,000–$160,000 / yearSpacecraft Propulsion Engineer Department PropulsionEmployment Type Full TimeLocation Redondo Beach Compensation 110000 - 160000 yearDescriptionAs a Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer at Impulse Space you will own all aspects of in-house propulsion system design analysis implementation and operation while working closely with a fast-paced agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324ba3 or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Propulsion Engineer Raptor Final Assembly & Tube Shop Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer Raptor Final Assembly & Tube ShopHawthorne, CA$100,000–$115,000 / yearThink creatively; question the status quo; challenge engineering and manufacturing requirements to drive efficient production of Raptor engines on schedule through collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of engineers (design, build, and reliability), internal production teams, and external vendors. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Senior Propulsion Engineer I CesiumAstro IncSenior Propulsion Engineer IEl Segundo, CA$140,000–$168,000 / yearPlease Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. We are seeking a Senior Propulsion Engineer I to lead the design, development, analysis, and testing of critical liquid rocket engine hardware and propulsion subsystems.
2026 Propulsion Engineer The Aerospace Corp2026 Propulsion EngineerEl Segundo, CA$100,000–$140,000 / yearThe Solid Motors and Propulsion Technologies section is looking for a candidate who will assess and analyze solid rocket motor internal ballistics, solid propellant combustion, ablative nozzle erosion, combustion stability & acoustic modeling, and motor performance; develop analytical tools to integrate component-level analyses to evaluate rocket stage performance; and assist in the execution, design, and data analysis of laboratory experimentation of rocket propulsion technologies. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.
Propulsion Engineer II - III True Anomaly IncPropulsion Engineer II - IIILong Beach, CA$95,000–$165,000 / yearAs a Propulsion Engineer at True Anomaly, you will be responsible for design, build, and test of multiple propulsion systems including flight systems and ground test campaigns in the development of our Jackal and Space Based Interceptors. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must 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.
Propulsion Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle Manufacturing Raptor Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle Manufacturing RaptorHawthorne, CA$100,000–$115,000 / yearThese components feature some of the most complex geometries in rocket propulsion - including intricate regenerative cooling channels, thin-walled high-temperature alloys, and tight-tolerance surfaces that must survive extreme thermal and pressure cycles across hundreds of reuse cycles. Partner closely with propulsion design, materials, production, and supply chain teams to convert new designs into robust, scalable processes, resolve nonconformances, and drive design changes that improve manufacturability, reliability, and performance.
Senior Propulsion Engineer Anduril Industries IncSenior Propulsion EngineerCosta Mesa, CA$166,000–$220,000 / yearTo ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources.
Propulsion Engineer II, Engine Systems Rocket Lab CorporationPropulsion Engineer II, Engine SystemsLong Beach, CA$100,800–$151,200 / yearTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
Propulsion Engineer, Components Manufacturing Raptor Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer, Components Manufacturing RaptorHawthorne, CA$100,000–$115,000 / yearITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Our engineers are hardware experts for flow control devices that enable the Raptor engine, integrating pneumatics, mechanical, electrical, and software into integrated packages that enable streamlined manufacturing and engine operation.
Sr. Propulsion Engineer Raptor Development Operations Space Exploration Technologies CorpSr. Propulsion Engineer Raptor Development OperationsHawthorne, CA$125,000–$175,000 / yearCollaborate with engineers and technicians from all disciplines, including production, development test, launch, vehicle, GNC (guidance, navigation & control), flight and ground software, flight reliability, and more to develop hardware and transient sequences that meet high-level engine and vehicle objectives. The Propulsion Engineer role is responsible for owning the development, production, and operation of the engine ignition system, transients sequences, and associated combustion devices and engine systems hardware needed to successfully start and shut down the engine in all phases of flight.
Propulsion Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle Raptor Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle RaptorHawthorne, CA$100,000–$117,500 / yearITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Collaborate with chamber and nozzle designers, analysts, manufacturing engineers, and relevant stakeholders to develop and ultimately release new block upgrades to improve mass, cost, reliability, and performance.
Propulsion Engineer Raptor Components Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer Raptor ComponentsHawthorne, CA$100,000–$117,500 / yearITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. You will provide input into vehicle architecture trades and take a lead role in design and flight readiness on Starship, the vehicle that will transform Earth orbit operations, normalize space technology, and make humanity multi-planetary.
Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Solid Rocket Motor Integration Anduril Industries IncStaff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Solid Rocket Motor IntegrationCosta Mesa, CA$220,000–$292,000 / yearAir Dominance & Strike Propulsion Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources.
Principal Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Solid Rocket Motor Integration Anduril Industries IncPrincipal Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Solid Rocket Motor IntegrationCosta Mesa, CA$253,000–$336,000 / yearAir Dominance & Strike Propulsion Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments. Serve as a lead or key contributor in the selection, architecting, and integration of Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs), ignition systems, Thrust Vector Control (TVC) systems, and associated ordnance on missile platforms and air vehicles.
Principal Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Air Breathing Engine Integration Anduril Industries IncPrincipal Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Air Breathing Engine IntegrationCosta Mesa, CA$253,000–$336,000 / yearAir Dominance & Strike Propulsion Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process.
Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Air Breathing Engine Integration Anduril Industries IncStaff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Air Breathing Engine IntegrationCosta Mesa, CA$220,000–$292,000 / yearAir Dominance & Strike Propulsion Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources.
Propulsion Engineer, Space Anduril Industries IncPropulsion Engineer, SpaceCosta Mesa, CA$166,000–$250,000 / yearThe propulsion team will work closely with related teams, such as the spacecraft design, GNC, ground, and flight software to help improve both the ground and satellite-based capabilities conducting highly complex missions with maneuvering capabilities but above all else will be responsible for the successful design, test and operations of the propulsion subsystem onboard Anduril's fleet of spacecraft. We''re developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.
NewSenior / Principal Propulsion Engineer Rocket Lab USASenior / Principal Propulsion EngineerLong Beach, California$116,000–$270,000 / yearFull timeImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Senior / Principal Propulsion EngineerLong Beach, CARocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space.
Propulsion Engineer Merlin Hardware Development Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer Merlin Hardware DevelopmentHawthorne, CA$100,000–$117,500 / yearITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Partner with engineers and technicians across production, test, launch, avionics, GNC (guidance, navigation & control), software, mission management, and flight reliability to deliver flight-ready engines.
Propulsion Engineer VastPropulsion EngineerLong Beach, CaliforniaVast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Collaborate closely with propulsion and systems design teams to provide manufacturing and assembly input for component hardware such as valves, regulators, tubing, ducting, manifolds, COPVs, fittings, and instrumentation used in propulsion and pressurization systems.
Propulsion Engineer The Aerospace CorpPropulsion EngineerEl Segundo, CA$100,300–$175,900 / yearComprised primarily of highly trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. Minimum Requirements for Senior Member of Technical Staff - Propulsion Engineering: Master's degree from an accredited college/university program in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Science Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
Senior Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Solid Rocket Motor Integration Anduril Industries IncSenior Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles Solid Rocket Motor IntegrationCosta Mesa, CA$166,000–$220,000 / yearAir Dominance & Strike Propulsion Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process.
Propulsion Engineer, Avionics Manufacturing Raptor Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer, Avionics Manufacturing RaptorHawthorne, CA$100,000–$117,500 / yearAs propulsion engineer on the Raptor avionics manufacturing team, you will be working to development, qualification, automation various manufacturing and test processes as well as scale up our in-house production capability across a wide range of avionics hardware including PCBAs, sensors, harnessing, and more. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Propulsion Engineer I, Hardware Development Relativity Space IncPropulsion Engineer I, Hardware DevelopmentLong Beach, CA$97,000–$124,500 / yearThis role requires deep engagement with both the design and production teams to ensure our designs are readily manufacturable and our manufacturing processes are reliable and production-ready. As the flight configuration enters qualification, the team is now exploring modifications for future engines, including thrust upgrades, new cycles, and design for mass production.
Propulsion Project Engineer The Aerospace CorpPropulsion Project EngineerLos Angeles AFB, CA$117,300–$175,900 / yearDSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers' portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise.
Staff Propulsion Engineer, Integrated Design Relativity Space IncStaff Propulsion Engineer, Integrated DesignLong Beach, CA$164,000–$225,500 / yearAs a Responsible Engineer on the team, here are some things you may work on: Own overall engine layout and packaging, including conducting layout trade studies of different possible engine configurations. As the flight configuration enters qualification, the team is now exploring modifications for future engines, including thrust upgrades, new cycles, and design for mass production.
Propulsion Engineer II, Integrated Design Relativity Space IncPropulsion Engineer II, Integrated DesignLong Beach, CA$104,000–$143,000 / yearAs a Responsible Engineer on the team, here are some things you may work on: Own overall engine layout and packaging, including conducting layout trade studies of different possible engine configurations. As the flight configuration enters qualification, the team is now exploring modifications for future engines, including thrust upgrades, new cycles, and design for mass production.
Senior Propulsion Engineer, Integrated Design Relativity Space IncSenior Propulsion Engineer, Integrated DesignLong Beach, CA$132,000–$181,500 / yearAs a Responsible Engineer on the team, here are some things you may work on: Own overall engine layout and packaging, including conducting layout trade studies of different possible engine configurations. As the flight configuration enters qualification, the team is now exploring modifications for future engines, including thrust upgrades, new cycles, and design for mass production.
Test Automation Engineer (Propulsion) Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.Test Automation Engineer (Propulsion)Redondo Beach, CA$105,000–$160,000 / yearThis position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons, i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident, green card holder, an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. In this role, youll collaborate closely with test operations, propulsion engineers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure rapid, reliable, and high-fidelity testing of critical flight hardware.
Controls Engineer (Rocket Propulsion) Mach IndustriesControls Engineer (Rocket Propulsion)Victorville, CaliforniaYou will work closely with the test and design teams to develop automated control systems for test stands and engine rigs, enabling rapid iteration and high-fidelity performance characterization of cutting-edge rocket propulsion systems. This role will focus on the design, integration, and operation of rocket engine test control systems, instrumentation, and data acquisition architectures used in ground and development testing.
NewSenior Engineer - Propulsion Systems Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.Senior Engineer - Propulsion SystemsRedondo Beach, CA$140,000–$190,000 / yearAs a Senior Engineer - Propulsion Systems at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of in-house propulsion system design, analysis, implementation and operation while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies.
Senior Propulsion Engineer VastSenior Propulsion EngineerHawthorne, CaliforniaVast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
Test Automation Engineer (Propulsion) Impulse SpaceTest Automation Engineer (Propulsion)Redondo Beach, CA$105,000–$160,000 / yearThis position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with test operations, propulsion engineers, and other cross‑functional teams to ensure rapid, reliable, and high‑fidelity testing of critical flight hardware.
NewSenior Engineer - Propulsion Systems Impulse SpaceSenior Engineer - Propulsion SystemsRedondo Beach, CA$140,000–$190,000 / yearAs a Senior Engineer - Propulsion Systems at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of in-house propulsion system design, analysis, implementation and operation while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies.
Propulsion Engineer - Advanced Spacecraft Systems Approach VenturePropulsion Engineer - Advanced Spacecraft SystemsHawthorne, CaliforniaThis is a highly hands-on engineering role with ownership across the complete development lifecycle, from system architecture and first-principles analysis through hardware design, prototype development, testing, and flight integration. Backed by venture funding and driven by an experienced engineering team, we are building integrated propulsion and spacecraft platforms that expand the capabilities of future space missions.
NewPropulsion Engineer I, Valves New Long Beach, California RelativityPropulsion Engineer I, Valves New Long Beach, CaliforniaLong Beach, CA$90,000–$124,500 / yearAs the flight configuration enters qualification, the team is now exploring modifications for future engines, including thrust upgrades, new cycles, and design for mass production. About the RoleIn this role you will be responsible for the design, analysis, development and qualification of flow control devices for the Aeon R engine and Terran R launch vehicle.
Senior Propulsion Engineer Vast SpaceSenior Propulsion EngineerHawthorne, CAVast is looking for a Senior Propulsion Engineer, reporting to the Senior Manager of E-2 Engineering, to create the worlds highest performing engine for small launchers, while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting momentum that has produced and successfully tested fully integrated engine development samples.
New Graduate Engineer, Propulsion Raptor Space Exploration Technologies CorpNew Graduate Engineer, Propulsion RaptorHawthorne, CA$100,000–$115,000 / yearIf you're eager to tackle real-world challenges in propulsion systems, from mechanical design and analysis to manufacturing and testing - this is your opportunity to help build the worlds most powerful rocket engine with an emphasis on efficiency and reusability. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
NewPropulsion Engineer Long Beach, California, United States Vast Space LLCPropulsion Engineer Long Beach, California, United StatesLong Beach, CA$135,800–$176,400 / yearMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace, propulsion, or high‑reliability fluid systems. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.
NewAvionics Electrical Engineer (Electric Propulsion) Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.Avionics Electrical Engineer (Electric Propulsion)Redondo Beach, CA$105,000–$135,000 / yearThis position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Demonstrated experience doing new development and hands-on work for any of the following: power converters, load switches, engine controllers, processors, or any other specialized area relevant to spacecraft or rockets.
Sr. Propulsion Engineer - Ground Fluids Varda Space Industries IncSr. Propulsion Engineer - Ground FluidsEl Segundo, CA$133,000–$175,000 / yearOwn it end-to-end: Architecture, schematics, mechanical design, build, and operations for ground fluid systems across Varda's spacecraft programs - including critical satellite bus GSE, thruster development test stands, and component ATP hardware. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.
Sr. Propulsion Engineer Raptor Combustion Devices Space Exploration Technologies CorpSr. Propulsion Engineer Raptor Combustion DevicesHawthorne, CA$130,000–$180,000 / yearITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Propulsion and Fluids Test Engineer True Anomaly IncPropulsion and Fluids Test EngineerLong Beach, CA$85,000–$105,000 / yearOversee test campaigns spanning propulsion and fluids disciplines including proof testing, leak testing, functional/performance testing, and propellant loading operations, ensuring full traceability to system requirements. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must 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.
Propulsion Engineer II Quantum SpacePropulsion Engineer IIHawthorne, MarylandWe are seeking a motivated and technically driven Engineer II – Propulsion to contribute to the development of advanced propellant tanks, pumps, and next-generation spacecraft propulsion systems supporting Ranger missions. Working closely with propulsion, mechanical, systems, manufacturing, test, and flight operations teams, you will support propulsion hardware throughout the full product lifecycle—from concept development through flight operations.
NewPropulsion Engineer II, Engine Systems Rocket Lab USAPropulsion Engineer II, Engine SystemsLong Beach, California$100,000–$151,200 / yearFull timeImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Propulsion Engineer II, Engine SystemsLong Beach, CARocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space.