Propulsion Engineer (Starship)
Location
Texas, United States
Level
Entry-Level
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-01-17
Responsibilities
- Perform fluids system sizing analysis to determine basic system requirements
- Transform system requirements into hardware concepts and trade implementation and architecture options
- Design pressurized and unpressurized structures and parts, creating original CAD models and prints
- Perform structural analysis of parts and components to ensure survivability
- Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency
- Drive initial builds of flight hardware and collaborate with manufacturing teams
- Coordinate and execute development, qualification, and acceptance testing of flight hardware
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in aerospace, manufacturing, materials, mechanical engineering, or engineering physics
- 1+ years of mechanical or fluids design, analysis, or build experience
- Preferred: 2+ years of professional experience in aerospace/mechanical engineering
- Experience with GD&T concepts and fluid dynamics
- Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) software packages
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in various environments
