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Motive Workforce

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Motive Workforce, Alameda, California, United States, 94501

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Senior Technical Recruiter - Program Manager

We're supporting a cutting-edge launch vehicle company seeking a

Mechanical Engineer specializing in Propulsion Systems

to drive the design, development, and testing of next-generation rocket engines. This engineer will play a key role in advancing first-stage propulsion architecture, with emphasis on

tap-off cycle engine systems, turbomachinery design, and test data analysis . The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing and testing high-performance liquid propulsion systems within a fast-paced, startup-style environment. This role requires a mix of mechanical design expertise, test familiarity, and the ability to take ownership from concept through hot-fire validation. Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr Bachelor's or Master's degree in

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering 4+ years of propulsion development experience , ideally with

tap-off cycle engines Proficiency in

NX

or equivalent CAD tools for mechanical design Proven experience with

turbomachinery -design and analysis of turbines, pumps, or other high-speed rotating machinery Strong understanding of

engine cycles , fluid dynamics, and thermomechanical design principles Hands-on experience in

test operations

and

data analysis

(engine or system-level) Skilled at working cross-functionally in dynamic R&D teams Thrives in

startup-style environments

that demand adaptability and broad technical ownership Open to relocation and on-site collaboration

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