The Aerospace Corporation
What You'll Be Doing
Provide support for the overall technical development, certification, and verification of the integrated propulsion systems of multiple space vehicles
Work with a team of engineers who work within the NASA project office, US Prime Contractors, and international partners, to assess the design and safe operation of propulsion systems for manned vehicles
Ensure the technical certification of multiple propulsion systems. This entails working with a team whose overall responsibility is to articulate, define, and perform integrated technical analysis, perform rigorous oversight of propulsion components within the system, and review component test and verification plans
Actively support the creation, review, and closure of hazard reports, integrated hazard analysis, component variances, and waiver rationale
Create program risk packages, the formulation of risk mitigation proposals, and if necessary, the formation and elevation of dissenting opinion packages in support of the program chief engineer
Perform risk mitigation tasks and strategic project management by identifying potential areas of risk mitigation for the visiting vehicles propulsion system and then formulating the details of, advocating for, and ultimately executing these risk mitigation efforts
Track delivery/review of and assist the team with assessment of the various certification deliverables from the prime contractor for each mission (qualification test plans/reports, acceptance test plans/reports, variances, design changes, software changes, Product Assurance Actions, hazard report verifications, etc.) against program requirements and NASA best practices
Learn the partner propellant system, pressurization system, and engine design and component hardware
Attend weekly team internal meetings and meetings with the partner propulsion teams
Assist/work with or lead the team in assessing qualification/acceptance test plans/reports, requirement waivers/deviations, product assurance actions, design changes, software changes, non‑compliances, etc. This includes making presentations to the program and Chief Engineer's office
Contractor launch, docking, undocking or return mission console support
What You Need to be Successful
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field
4 years of professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or project management environment
Experience with in‑space spacecraft chemical propulsion systems and propellant tank / delivery subsystems
Experience with design, development, qualification, and acceptance requirements for pressure fed in space bi‑propellant NTO/MMH engines
Knowledge of fundamental and advanced engineering principles in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics used in the design, evaluation and optimization of propulsion and propellant systems for space flight vehicles
Knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and propellant systems
Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support customer needs, approximately 10% (as required)
This position may require ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Project Engineer - Propulsion Engineering
Advanced degree in a STEM discipline
6 years of professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or project management environment
How You Can Stand Out
8 years of professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or project management environment
Completed coursework in astrodynamics, combustion, control theory, systems engineering/design
Familiarity with a variety of spacecraft propulsion systems
Previous mission operations experience
Knowledge of space system engineering practices and standards
Experience with hot fire testing or working with storable propellant chemical rocket engines
Experience in hypergolic propulsion systems and/or refueling
Familiarity working with international partners and human space flight
Knowledge and understanding of the NASA and/or DoD program life cycle
Knowledge of space flight certification processes to ensure performance and safety requirements are met (including knowledge of NPR 7120, EA-WI-023, or equivalent DoD processes)
Exposure performing in or leading technical and programmatic tasks for NASA
Experience in aerospace industry project management and working closely with customers and/or contractor
Leadership Competencies
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry‑leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan – Employees receive a total company‑paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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Provide support for the overall technical development, certification, and verification of the integrated propulsion systems of multiple space vehicles
Work with a team of engineers who work within the NASA project office, US Prime Contractors, and international partners, to assess the design and safe operation of propulsion systems for manned vehicles
Ensure the technical certification of multiple propulsion systems. This entails working with a team whose overall responsibility is to articulate, define, and perform integrated technical analysis, perform rigorous oversight of propulsion components within the system, and review component test and verification plans
Actively support the creation, review, and closure of hazard reports, integrated hazard analysis, component variances, and waiver rationale
Create program risk packages, the formulation of risk mitigation proposals, and if necessary, the formation and elevation of dissenting opinion packages in support of the program chief engineer
Perform risk mitigation tasks and strategic project management by identifying potential areas of risk mitigation for the visiting vehicles propulsion system and then formulating the details of, advocating for, and ultimately executing these risk mitigation efforts
Track delivery/review of and assist the team with assessment of the various certification deliverables from the prime contractor for each mission (qualification test plans/reports, acceptance test plans/reports, variances, design changes, software changes, Product Assurance Actions, hazard report verifications, etc.) against program requirements and NASA best practices
Learn the partner propellant system, pressurization system, and engine design and component hardware
Attend weekly team internal meetings and meetings with the partner propulsion teams
Assist/work with or lead the team in assessing qualification/acceptance test plans/reports, requirement waivers/deviations, product assurance actions, design changes, software changes, non‑compliances, etc. This includes making presentations to the program and Chief Engineer's office
Contractor launch, docking, undocking or return mission console support
What You Need to be Successful
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field
4 years of professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or project management environment
Experience with in‑space spacecraft chemical propulsion systems and propellant tank / delivery subsystems
Experience with design, development, qualification, and acceptance requirements for pressure fed in space bi‑propellant NTO/MMH engines
Knowledge of fundamental and advanced engineering principles in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics used in the design, evaluation and optimization of propulsion and propellant systems for space flight vehicles
Knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and propellant systems
Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support customer needs, approximately 10% (as required)
This position may require ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Project Engineer - Propulsion Engineering
Advanced degree in a STEM discipline
6 years of professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or project management environment
How You Can Stand Out
8 years of professional engineering/scientific experience, including experience in a systems engineering and/or project management environment
Completed coursework in astrodynamics, combustion, control theory, systems engineering/design
Familiarity with a variety of spacecraft propulsion systems
Previous mission operations experience
Knowledge of space system engineering practices and standards
Experience with hot fire testing or working with storable propellant chemical rocket engines
Experience in hypergolic propulsion systems and/or refueling
Familiarity working with international partners and human space flight
Knowledge and understanding of the NASA and/or DoD program life cycle
Knowledge of space flight certification processes to ensure performance and safety requirements are met (including knowledge of NPR 7120, EA-WI-023, or equivalent DoD processes)
Exposure performing in or leading technical and programmatic tasks for NASA
Experience in aerospace industry project management and working closely with customers and/or contractor
Leadership Competencies
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry‑leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan – Employees receive a total company‑paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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