Senior Propulsion Engineer

Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States
Base: $145,000 - $235,000 usd; bonus/equity: signi...
On-site
7+ years propulsion industry experience
In-space electric and chemical propulsion knowledge
Hands-on fluid or gas feed system experience
The Senior Propulsion Engineer will lead the design, building, and testing of advanced in-space propulsion systems for high-orbit satellites

Job Summary

  • The Senior Propulsion Engineer will lead the design, building, and testing of advanced in-space propulsion systems for high-orbit satellites.
  • Candidates are expected to mentor entry-level engineers and interns while establishing operational protocols for spacecraft lasting over 10 years.
  • The role offers a competitive compensation package including significant equity via incentive stock options, subsidized healthcare, and free on-site catered meals.

Matching Summary

The Senior Propulsion Engineer will lead the design, building, and testing of advanced in-space propulsion systems for high-orbit satellites.

Salary

Base: $145,000 - $235,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Significant equity package via incentive stock options; Benefits: Company-subsidized healthcare, disability, life insurance, 401(k), flexible PTO, free meals

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years propulsion industry experience
  • In-space electric and chemical propulsion knowledge
  • Hands-on fluid or gas feed system experience
  • 3D CAD mechanical design and fabrication skills
  • Environmental qualification campaign execution

Nice-to-have

  • Structural or fluid analysis tools like ANSYS
  • Python scripting for scientific calculations
  • Low thrust monopropellant system experience
  • AFSPCMAN 91-710 range safety familiarity
  • Satellite mission operations experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or physics
  • Full product development cycle experience
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship, lawful permanent resident status, or refugee/asylee status

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