858 propulsion jobs at 206 companies in United States
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Engineer Propulsion
Elkton, Maryland, United States
$88k-$131k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
2+ YOEBachelors in STEM with 2+ years solid-propellant propulsion experience (Masters considered with 0 years). US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance required; experience with propulsion design, testing, and multidisciplinary analysis.
General Atomics: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and nuclear technology systems.
4+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent experience), 2–4+ years propulsion or aerospace engineering experience, ability to obtain DoD security clearance, experience with aircraft propulsion design, testing, data acquisition, FEA and engineering documentation.
Agile Space Industries: Designs and manufactures in-space chemical propulsion systems for spacecraft.
12+ YOEMS or higher in engineering; 12+ years propulsion experience; fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer; hypergolic propulsion; leadership with mentorship.
AscendArc: Develops low-cost geostationary satellites for high-bandwidth communications.
8+ YOE8+ years spacecraft propulsion experience, BS/MS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, electric propulsion (Hall or gridded ion), xenon feed and PPU integration, propulsion verification and testing, supplier selection, COPV/safety knowledge; U.S. person required.
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
4+ YOEMaster's in engineering or physics, 4+ years relevant experience (6+ for specialist), knowledge of propulsion/fluids/thermodynamics, ability to obtain security clearance, willingness to travel ~20%.
Sierra Space: Develops spacecraft and infrastructure for orbital and space transportation
5+ YOEBachelor's in related field or equivalent, typically 5+ years propulsion experience, Responsible Engineer experience, strong thermodynamics/fluid/combustion knowledge, propulsion design, testing, analysis, and technical communication skills.
ANSYS Fluent, CFX, NX, SolidWorks, Abaqus, NASTRAN, MATLAB, Python, C++
York Space SystemsNYSE: YSS: Designs and manufactures modular spacecraft platforms and mission solutions.
4+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or science, 4+ years propulsion or spacecraft experience, expertise in electric and chemical propulsion, hands-on testing and qualification experience, ability to obtain security clearance, strong communication and mentoring skills.
Cornerstone Signals & Cyber Technologies: Provides intelligence, cyber, and engineering services to government agencies.
8+ YOEABET bachelor's in aerospace or mechanical engineering, 8+ years propulsion engineering experience, TS/SCI clearance, proficiency in propulsion fundamentals and engineering tools, strong technical writing and independent research skills.
Python, MATLAB, C, C++, Fortran, JANNAF, NASA Chemical Equilibrium with Applications (CEA)
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
5+ YOEAdvanced knowledge of rocket propulsion and systems engineering; BS+5yrs or MS+3yrs (or equivalent experience); TS/SCI with polygraph; strong analysis, written and oral communication skills.
Stratolaunch: Provides air-launched hypersonic testbeds for high-speed flight testing.
0+ YOEBuild, maintain, and troubleshoot propulsion and fluid systems; high school diploma; LOX/cryo handling; read P&IDs; experience with high-pressure systems; forklift operation a plus.
P&IDs, GD&T, blueprints, metal fabrication tools, high-pressure systems equipment
FWG Solutions: Provides cybersecurity and IT systems integration for federal agencies.
5+ YOE5+ years experience with gas turbines or marine/aviation propulsion, NAVSEA GS A‑School or equivalent, active Secret security clearance, COEM connector training, strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree in STEM with 2+ years solid-propellant experience (or Master's with 0 years); U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance; experience with propulsion systems, launch vehicles, and engineering design.
Apex: Mass-manufactures standardized satellite buses for commercial and government use.
3+ YOEBachelor's in mechanical, propulsion, or aerospace engineering; 3+ years propulsion design/test; mono/bi-propellant propulsion; pressurized systems; CAD NX/SolidWorks; AS9100; US Person status.
Sceye: Develops solar-powered stratospheric airships for connectivity and Earth observation.
2+ YOEHigh school diploma or GED required; 2+ years working on propulsion, fluid, or mechanical assemblies; hands-on fabrication, wire harness assembly, precision tooling, and mechanical testing experience; ability to follow drawings and travel occasionally.
torque wrenches, pressure gauges, calipers, CAD, data acquisition systems
Brevard County or Huntsville or Seattle or Los Angeles
$121k-$169k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
5+ YOEB.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, 5+ years propulsion experience in aerospace, demonstrated on-orbit RCS design/analysis/testing, proficiency with CAD (Creo, SolidWorks) and fluid analysis, strong communication; U.S. work eligibility required.
Lockheed MartinNYSE: LMT: Designs and manufactures global security and aerospace systems.
Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering (or equivalent), strong propulsion/mechanical fundamentals, progressive aerospace/defense design experience, Microsoft Office proficiency, ability to obtain Secret clearance, US citizenship, and willingness to mentor junior engineers.