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Propulsion jobs in the space industry

Propulsion roles cover liquid engines, electric propulsion, thrusters and feed systems, from clean-sheet design through hot-fire test and flight. Launch providers hire for turbomachinery, combustion devices and test operations; satellite builders hire for electric and chemical in-space systems and propellant management.

206 open roles, verified daily

206 open roles, newest first

Senior Turbomachinery Engineer Verified today

Ursa Major · Berthoud, Colorado · PropulsionOwn portions of turbopump technology across multiple engine platforms and lead conceptual and detailed design of flight-ready turbomachinery. You will troubleshoot performance issues and collaborate with the design team in a fast-paced startup environment.$112,000 to $140,000 per yearOn site

Staff Turbomachinery Engineer Verified today

Ursa Major · Berthoud, Colorado · PropulsionOwn portions of turbopump technology and drive engine test and development across multiple propulsion platforms. You'll lead conceptual and detailed design of flight-ready turbomachinery while troubleshooting performance issues for Ursa Major's hypersonic and solid rocket motors.$132,000 to $165,000 per yearOn site

Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Components) Verified today

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · PropulsionYou will design and validate pneumatic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical control assemblies for the Raptor engine that powers Starship. Lead root cause investigations, component testing, and drive manufacturability for 99.99% reliable flow control devices.$100,000 to $117,500 per yearOn siteEarly career

Senior Electric Propulsion Engineer Verified today

ICEYE · Espoo · PropulsionDesign and qualify Hall Effect Thruster propulsion systems and peripheral subsystems for ICEYE's satellite fleet. You will own architecture, ground testing, on-orbit validation and production readiness across flight programs, working across mechanical, avionics and GNC teams.Hybrid

Chief Engineer - Propulsion Systems Verified today

Orbion Space Technology · Headquarters · Propulsion

Electric Propulsion Engineer Verified today

Orbion Space Technology · Headquarters · Propulsion

Monopropellant Engine Product Lead VI Verified today

Agile Space Industries · Seattle, WA · Propulsion

Monopropellant Engine Product Lead VI Verified today

Agile Space Industries · Durango, CO · Propulsion

Propellant Tanks Product Lead VI Verified today

Agile Space Industries · Durango, CO · Propulsion

Propellant Tanks Product Lead VI Verified today

Agile Space Industries · Seattle, WA · Propulsion

Staff Propulsion Engineer Verified today

Agile Space Industries · Durango, CO · Propulsion

Staff Propulsion Engineer Verified today

Agile Space Industries · Seattle, WA · Propulsion

Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion Verified today

Revolution Space · Hybrid (Boston, Massachusetts, US) +1 more · Propulsion

Sr Electric Propulsion Engineer Verified today

Astra · Alameda, CA · Propulsion

Sr Fluids Engineer, Ground Systems Verified today

Astra · Alameda, CA · Propulsion

Director, Propulsion Engineering Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Launch Engineer - Fluid Systems IV Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Manufacturing Valvery Integration Prep Technician Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Mechanical Engineer III (Propulsion Valves) Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Mechanical Engineer II (Propulsion Valves) Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Principal Fluid Systems Engineer Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Principal Propulsion Engineer (Liquid Engines) Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Principal Propulsion Engineer (Propulsion Components) Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Propulsion Engineer III (Miranda Engine) Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Propulsion Engineer II (Spacecraft Fluids) Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Propulsion Engineering - Spacecraft Engine Team Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · TX · Propulsion

Propulsion Engineer I Verified today

Sierra Space · Madison, WI · Propulsion

Propulsion Engineer II Verified today

Sierra Space · Madison, WI · Propulsion

Propulsion Engineer III Verified today

Sierra Space · Madison, WI · Propulsion

Propulsion Engineer III Verified today

Sierra Space · Madison, WI · Propulsion

Senior Electric Propulsion Engineer Verified today

ReOrbit · Bengaluru, IN · Propulsion

Fluid System Development Engineer Verified today

MaiaSpace · Paris - La Défense, Île-de-France, France · Propulsion

Fluid System Engineer (m/f/d) Verified today

HyImpulse · Neuenstadt · Propulsion

Intern (m/f/d) Propulsion Engineering Verified today

Rocket Factory Augsburg · Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany · PropulsionDesign, build and test rocket propulsion systems at a European launch vehicle company. You will troubleshoot development issues, perform hardware testing, and own test facility equipment design alongside experienced propulsion engineers.On siteEarly career

Senior Development Engineer - Valves (m/f/d) Verified today

Rocket Factory Augsburg · Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany · PropulsionYou will own cryogenic and non-cryogenic valve systems across their entire lifecycle, from requirements definition through CAD design, qualification testing, and post-flight analysis. Work closely with propulsion, analysis and testing teams to deliver flight-ready hardware on Europe's most efficient launch vehicle.Hybrid

Fluids Engineer (m/f/d) Verified today

Isar Aerospace · Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany · PropulsionYou will design propellant management, pressurization, and feed system architectures for Isar Aerospace's reusable launch vehicles. Your analysis of propellant behaviour across thermal conditions, microgravity dynamics, and mission phases directly shapes the next generation of space launch systems.On site

Fluid Systems / Process Design Engineer Verified today

Isar Aerospace · Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany · PropulsionYou'll design the ground fluid systems that enable safe, reliable Spectrum rocket testing and launch. From cryogenic propellant storage to high-pressure gas distribution, you'll own fluid infrastructure across test-rigs and launch pads, working directly with propulsion and vehicle teams.On site

Lead Engineer Fluid Systems (w/f/d) Verified today

Isar Aerospace · Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany · PropulsionOwn the design, development, testing and operational readiness of the launch vehicle's on-board fluid systems. You'll lead a high-performing engineering team through all phases of development, qualification and launch operations.On site

Senior Fluid Systems / Process Design Engineer Verified today

Isar Aerospace · Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany · PropulsionDesign and own ground fluid systems for Spectrum rocket test rigs and launch bases. You'll size cryogenic propellant storage, high-pressure gas systems, and lead hardware selection and technical documentation from concept through site commissioning.On site

Business Development Intern – In-Space Propulsion Verified today

Dawn Aerospace · Delft, South Holland, Netherlands · PropulsionYou'll support commercial strategy for Dawn's SatDrive in-space propulsion systems, building cost models and analyzing operational data. Work across engineering, finance, and business teams to shape the future of sustainable space transportation.On siteEarly career

Combustion Devices Development Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Bordeaux, France · Propulsion

[Nyx Earth] Valve Development Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Bordeaux, France · Propulsion

Turbomachinery AIT Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Bordeaux, France · Propulsion

Turbopump AIT Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Bordeaux, France · PropulsionYou will define turbopump test strategies, design and validate test assemblies, and lead high-precision mechanical assembly of bearings, rotors, and seals. Work across component and engine-level testing for The Exploration Company's Storm and Typhoon engines.On site

Turbopump Principal Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Munich, Germany · Propulsion

Turbopump Rotordynamics Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Munich, Germany · Propulsion

Valves Development Engineer [High-Thrust Rocket Engine] Verified today

The Exploration Company · Munich, Germany · Propulsion

Valves Development Engineer [Orbital Vehicle] Verified today

The Exploration Company · Bordeaux, France · Propulsion

Propulsion Component Engineer (Solenoid Valve) Verified today

Impulse Space · Redondo Beach · Propulsion

Senior Manager, Propulsion Systems Verified today

Impulse Space · Redondo Beach · Propulsion