Lead Propulsion Component Engineer

Own propulsion components (e.g., high-pressure valves, actuation systems, and fluid control hardware) from concept through flight qualification

Design for extreme environments including high temperature, pressure, and dynamic loading

Drive trade studies across performance, manufacturability, reliability, and testability

Execute clean-sheet design, analysis, and integration of propulsion hardware

Lead development through rapid build–test–iterate cycles

Support and troubleshoot hardware during ground and flight test campaigns

Lead and mentor a team of 2–5 engineers, setting technical direction and execution priorities

Review designs, guide engineering decisions, and ensure high technical standards

Act as the Responsible Engineer for critical flight hardware

Work closely with propulsion, structures, and vehicle teams to integrate components into engine and vehicle systems

Define system requirements, interfaces, and operational limits

Drive transition from prototype to repeatable, production-ready hardware

Develop assembly, test, and acceptance strategies for reliable delivery