Propulsion Engineer | LOX / Liquid Rocket Propulsion
I’m partnered with an ambitious, fast-growing aerospace start-up in Los Angeles developing next-generation liquid rocket propulsion systems.
They’re looking for a Propulsion Engineer to play a key role in the design, development and testing of LOX-based propulsion systems, taking ownership of critical hardware across the propulsion architecture.
The role will involve working across liquid oxygen (LOX) feed systems, fluid management, cryogenic components and propulsion hardware, with the opportunity to contribute from early-stage design and analysis through prototyping, testing and qualification.
Areas of responsibility include:
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Design and development of LOX-compatible propulsion hardware and fluid systems.
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Development of cryogenic feed systems, including valves, pumps, regulators and associated plumbing.
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Fluid dynamics, thermodynamics and pressure-drop analysis across propulsion systems.
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Component sizing, selection and integration within the wider propulsion architecture.
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Supporting the development and validation of liquid propulsion systems through testing and iterative design.
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Working closely with mechanical, thermal and propulsion engineers to resolve complex engineering challenges.
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Taking ownership of hardware from initial concept through detailed design, manufacture and qualification.
Background we're interested in:
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Experience designing or developing liquid rocket propulsion systems.
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Strong understanding of cryogenic fluids, particularly liquid oxygen (LOX).
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Experience with fluid systems, turbomachinery, pumps, valves or high-pressure feed systems.
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Familiarity with propulsion component design, fluid dynamics and thermodynamic principles.
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Experience working with aerospace-grade materials, seals and components compatible with cryogenic environments.
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Ideally, experience taking propulsion hardware through development, testing and qualification.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly technical engineering team working on genuinely challenging propulsion problems, with significant ownership over hardware and the ability to influence the technical direction of the programme.
Competitive compensation, meaningful equity and the opportunity to help build something from the ground up.
If you're working in liquid rocket propulsion, cryogenic fluid systems or turbomachinery and would be interested in exploring something new, I'd be keen to arrange a confidential conversation.
