Propulsion Engineer
Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc.Los Angeles, California, United States
Posted October 20, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
iRocket is pioneering fully autonomous, fully reusable small launch vehicles to enable responsive, lower-cost access to space.
Job Description
iRocket is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to join its propulsion team, contributing to the design, development, and testing of propulsion systems for its launch vehicles. This role involves close collaboration with integration, test, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure launch vehicle readiness. The role focuses on liquid/hybrid rocket engines and related systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
- 2+ years of experience in propulsion, test, or fluid/thermal systems development and testing
- Familiarity with liquid or hybrid rocket engine systems, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer
- Experience with instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition, control systems
- Proficiency with scripting or programming (Python, MATLAB, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and communication skills
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off
- Family Leave
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Wellness Resources
