Hiring: Propulsion Engineer (II - III) Company: True Anomaly Location: Long Beach, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:29:05 Target Skills & Keywords : Systems Design About the job Experience: •Direct experience in development and production Launch or Space Vehicles. •Valve, propellant tank, thruster, engine design, analysis, and manufacturing experience. •Mechanical design of primary/secondary structure and mechanisms on spacecraft, ground support and test equipment •Track record of innovative problem-solving in complex mechanical designs. •Operational familiarity with full vehicle lifecycle from concept through production. Required Skills: •Design, analyze, and optimize propulsion systems and components for advanced satellites and interceptors, Mature these systems from concept to flight, ensuring they meet performance and reliability requirements. •Develop, review and release models and engineering drawings, P&ID, equipment lists •Work collaboratively with structural, mechanical, thermal, and avionics teams to manage interfaces, validate designs and ensure compliance with vehicle requirements. •Shape the process. Brainstorm solutions, work continuous improvement initiatives, help streamline processes, help the team deliver high quality products and avoid low value add tasks. •Own your area of responsibility. Become a technical expert, know how your part works with the larger system, identify risks, and present products to internal and external customers. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering •2+ years of professional experience (for level 2) •5+ years of professional experience (for level 3) •Demonstrated experience with propulsion hardware; rocket engines, thrusters, valves, pumps, tanks, orifices, etc. •Propulsion test experience; hot-fire testing, cold flow, vehicle-level propulsion checkouts, and propellant loading. •Fluid system design and analysis including pressurization system sizing, water hammer analysis, pressure budgets, FMECAs, and FDIR architecture. •Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers in a fast-paced environment. •Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interface effectively with suppliers and customers. •Passion for the space industry. •Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA. Compensation: •$100,000 - $190,000 / year •Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!