Senior Propulsion Engineer - Ground Fluids

Vardaspace

El Segundo, United States
Base: $133,000.00 - $170,000.00/py; bonus/equity: ...
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Propellant loading operations
Ground fluids roadmap
Fluid system components
** Varda Space Industries is seeking a Senior Propulsion Engineer to manage ground propulsion fluid systems for spacecraft, focusing on design, architecture, and operation. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in propulsion fluid systems and be ready to contribute to the company's mission of developing commercial space infrastructure. **

Job Summary

  • Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.
  • This person will take ownership of the architecture, design, and operation of fluid systems that support spacecraft fueling, testing, and launch preparation.
  • You will be eligible for incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards.

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** Varda Space Industries is seeking a Senior Propulsion Engineer to manage ground propulsion fluid systems for spacecraft, focusing on design, architecture, and operation. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in propulsion fluid systems and be ready to contribute to the company's mission of developing commercial space infrastructure. **

Salary

Base: $133,000.00 - $170,000.00/per year; Bonus/Equity: stock options and/or long-term cash awards; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Propellant loading operations
  • Ground fluids roadmap
  • Fluid system components
  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams
  • Fluid system manufacturing processes

Nice-to-have

  • Spacecraft propellants experience
  • Test or Launch Site operations
  • Adapt and thrive in dynamic environment

Key Requirements

  • 6+ years in propulsion fluid system definition, design, build, and test
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field
  • Experience authoring and executing operational procedures
  • Familiarity with 91-710 or equivalent range safety specifications
  • Proficient with CAD and product lifecycle management software

Work Rights

Must be a US person

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