Propulsion Engineer
The Aerospace CorporationCalifornia, United States
Posted January 9, 2026
100300 - 175900 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Aerospace Corporation is a leading architect for the nation’s space programs, advancing capabilities that outpace threats to the country’s national security while nurturing innovative technologies to further a new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace’s national workforce of more than 4,600 employees provides objective technical expertise and thought leadership to solve the hardest problems in space and assure mission success for space systems and space vehicles. Our greatest asset is the technical expertise of our people. Since 1960, our highly skilled technical people have focused on ensuring the success of every mission and developing the most effective and economic space-related hardware and software in the world. Our insight and involvement spanning all facets of space systems has significantly reduced the risk of launch failure and increased both satellite endurance and performance.
Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to join their Vehicle Systems Division. The successful candidate will perform technical evaluations and assessments of propulsion systems for high-priority space missions, and will be responsible for developing new propulsion systems and component technology. The position offers a competitive compensation package and a work model that combines at least four regular onsite workdays with remote flexibility as business needs allow.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent
- Five years of applicable professional or educational experience
- Knowledge of fundamental and advanced engineering principles in aerospace, mechanical, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics as applied to the design, evaluation, and optimization of propulsion and propellant systems
- Experience performing in-depth, independent analyses to assess system margins and effectively troubleshoot technical anomalies
- Experience with the design, development, qualification, and acceptance requirements of liquid rocket engines
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
- Relocation assistance
- Professional growth and development programs
- Education assistance programs
- Inclusive work environment