Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Spacecraft Propulsion Subject Matter Expert:
• Research and expertise in spacecraft system, subsystem, or analysis technique.
• Collaborate with design, analysis, manufacturing, and other engineering disciplines to apply your expertise.
• Propose novel concepts for solving existing-program problems and business development avenues.
• Creation and approval of technical documents and mentor others in your area of expertise.
• Spacecraft System Design and Architecture Technical Advisor:
• Define propulsion system top-level requirements and objectives.
• Evaluate various component and system architecture options.
• Provide initial sizing for components and perform trade studies to evaluate optimized architecture configuration.
• Develop and mentor less experienced engineers in use of tools for spacecraft propulsion component and system design and analysis.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 15 years' experience with spacecraft, specifically propulsion.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• On-site presence to oversee qualification of hardware and flight readiness.

Desired Experience:

• Experience with hydrazine propulsion systems.
• Demonstrated success as a project or team lead across multiple programs.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Unlimited PTO.
• Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA).
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D.
• Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport.
• EAP Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k).
• Equity Grants in the Company.