Propulsion Engineering

Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities—from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. By rethinking how energy and data are generated and distributed in space, we’re unlocking entirely new ways to operate both in orbit and on Earth.

Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt (co-founder of Robinhood), Cowboy Space Corp. is backed by leading investors and built by a team from top aerospace and defense organizations. We’re moving quickly to solve complex technical challenges and build a new category of space infrastructure.

About the Role:

We are hiring across multiple propulsion disciplines and are looking for engineers with experience designing, analyzing, building, testing, or integrating propulsion systems for aerospace applications.

This is a broad opportunity for propulsion engineers who thrive in highly technical, hands-on environments and want meaningful ownership over flight-critical hardware.

Responsibilities:

• We are hiring across multiple propulsion disciplines and are looking for engineers with experience designing, analyzing, building, testing, or integrating propulsion systems for aerospace applications.

  This is a broad opportunity for propulsion engineers who thrive in highly technical, hands-on environments and want meaningful ownership over flight-critical hardware.

  Depending on background and experience, engineers may work across:

  • Propulsion system architecture

  • Fluid systems

  • Combustion and thermal analysis

  • Pressurized systems

  • Test infrastructure and operations

  • Integration and qualification testing

  • Feed systems, valves, regulators, and tanks

  • Engine controls and embedded systems

  • Ground support equipment (GSE)

Basic Qualifications:

• We are interested in engineers with experience in areas such as:

  • Rocket propulsion

  • Satellite propulsion

  • Fluid systems engineering

  • Cryogenic systems

  • Thermal systems

  • Test engineering

  • GNC/controls related to propulsion

  • High-pressure or harsh-environment systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS, MS, or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

• Experience designing or supporting propulsion or fluid-based systems

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• CAD, analysis, testing, or integration experience relevant to propulsion hardware

Compensation and Benefits

• Equity in Cowboy Space Corp.

• Employees and their eligible dependents may enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Paid time off

• 10 paid holidays per calendar year

• Paid parental leave

• Relocation assistance if applicable

• Daily lunch in the office and a fully stocked kitchen with beverages and snacks

ITAR Requirements

• Export Control Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants 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. Learn more about ITAR here.

Disclaimer

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Cowboy Space Corp.’s discretion.

Cowboy Space Corp. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. Cowboy Space Corp. is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions relating to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.