Gravitics

Gravitics

Senior Propulsion Engineer

Greater Seattle Area · Senior

Work authorization required$135k-$160kDetected 76 days ago
MATLABProduct ManagementBudgetingANSYSFEACFDGD&TAvionicsMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringSimulinkManual Testing

About the role

  • We are looking for rockstars who can work the full product lifecycle of an in-space propulsion system from design through build and integration.
  • You will own major fluid subsystems to develop a propulsion system that operates flawlessly regardless of the mission.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and test propulsion fluid systems, including feed systems, tank pressurization, propellant management, and associated fluid components
  • Lead system-level trade studies to evaluate performance, weight, power, and cost
  • Generate and maintain engineering documentation such as requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), test plans, and fluid system schematics
  • Support environmental qualification and acceptance testing, including thermal-vacuum, vibration, and leak/proof pressure testing
  • At Gravitics, we're not exploring space-we're building it.
  • We design and manufacture large-scale orbital structures that enable commercial operations while meeting the requirements of defense and government missions.
  • Let's build the future together.
  • Liquid or gas propulsion system design
  • Ability to understand structural, fluid, and thermal designs from first principles
  • Background in feed system design, pressurant system sizing, or propellant budgeting

Requirements

  • Required Attributes
  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another applicable field
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment with evolving requirements and a high degree of ownership
  • You're a successful candidate if you are a giver, not a taker.
  • You are exceptional at several things, yet willing to take on efforts in areas of weakness.
  • Experience with CFD, thermal fluid system modeling, and/or combustion modeling tools (e.g., Thermal Desktop, ANSYS Fluent, MATLAB/Simulink, ROCETS, GFSSP, CEA, TDK)

Compensation

  • $135,000 - $160,000 USD
  • For Marysville, WA, the expected base salary range for this role is $135,000 - 160,000.
  • Your level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the considerations of job-related knowledge and skills, education, and direct experience.
  • Salary is just one component of the total employee package, which also includes company equity at an exciting time of company growth, as well as comprehensive medical, 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, employee discounts, and more.

Benefits

  • Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers.
  • If you're ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you.

Equal opportunity

  • Gravitics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U

This listing is sourced directly from Gravitics's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.