# Propulsion Engineer, Stage at Impulse Space

> Onsite · United States · Unspecified · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Aimpulsespace%3A614059 (read 2026-11-06).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Impulse Space](https://alderhq.app/companies/impulse-space)
- Location text: Redondo Beach, California
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · United States (evidence: "Location: Redondo Beach, California")
- Posted: 2026-11-06 (0 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-06 · last verified: 2026-11-06
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://impulsespace.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/e1f3f380-8747-47b7-9efc-92e80f08ea25
- Skills listed (inferred): Python, Distributed systems

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $100k–$140k per year (from the listing's pay field)

## Description (the employer's text)

As a Propulsion Engineer at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of propulsion system design, analysis, implementation and operation while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.

### Responsibilities

- Own propulsion systems across the full product lifecycle – propellant, pressurization, engine feed, pneumatic, ignition, and attitude control systems
- Design and maintain propulsion system schematics, including analysis and hardware selection, performing trade studies to ensure performance and reliability
- Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings for fluid and mechanical systems Partner cross-functionally with structures, avionics, software, production, and test to ensure successful hardware integration and performance
- Plan and execute component- and system-level test campaigns, including procedure development, operations support, data review, and anomaly resolution
- Partner cross-functionally with structures, avionics, software, production, and test to ensure successful hardware integration and performance
### Skills

- Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
- 2+ years of demonstrated hands-on engineering experience; either through university or personal projects, internships, or professional exposure
- Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new software tools
- Experience with python or other programming languages
- Fundamental understanding of fluids, thermodynamics, and mechanics
### Benefits

- Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a comparable field.
- Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering high-reliability, high-performance hardware
- Proficiency in Siemens NX
- Experience with GFSSP or other fluid network simulation tools
- Experience working with control systems or interfacing with GNC algorithms
- Experience in component selection, sensor integration, and system-level trade studies
- Experience in test and operations
### Additional Requirements

- Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
### Additional Information

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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