Posted 4 months ago

Senior Propulsion Component Engineer (Fluids)

Boulder CountyOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Designs and develops propulsion system valves and fluid components for spacecraft, owning the full lifecycle from concept through qualification testing.

About this role

As a Senior Propulsion Component Engineer (Fluids) at Impulse, you will own all aspects of component design from concept to product realization, while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design.

Key Responsibilities

Design propulsion system valves and fluid components including cryogenic, high pressure and high temperature systems
Own all aspects of component design from initial concepts to product realization
Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings
Perform fluid, thermal, and structural analysis as required
Establish assembly procedures and work hands-on with technicians to refine this process
Define and support rigorous component development and qualification testing
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
5+ years of demonstrated experience in valve or component design
A strong understanding of component design including: materials selection, compatibility, seals, wear, and force/torque margin determination.
Hands-on experience working with fluid, electrical and mechanical systems
Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
Demonstrated ability in requirements definition, conceptual design, procurement, fabrication, assembly and testing of hardware

Benefits

Experience designing and operating high reliability, high performance hardware
Experience with low leakage, on-orbit propulsion components
Experience in a startup or agile development environment
Strong project management skills and effective communication of technical concepts across multi-disciplinary teams

Additional Requirements:

Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Skills

AssemblyCADFabricationFluid AnalysisMaterials SelectionProcurementProject ManagementRequirements DefinitionSealsStructural AnalysisTestingThermal Analysis

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