Andurilindustries

Senior Propulsion Engineer, Space

Costa Mesa, California, United States · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$166k-$250kDetected 9 hours ago

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About the role

You will be responsible for possessing deep knowledge on state-of-the-art propulsion systems and their applicability towards different mission threads.
You will assist with the successful implementation of the propulsion systems into the spacecraft system and become familiar with Anduril's ground software enterprise and orbital flight software systems for operations.
This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril's Space Business Line.

Responsibilities

Support the spacecraft propulsion subsystems for various spacecraft programs in all orbital regimes and work closely with bus providers for successful implementation
Develop modern, software-defined approaches to autonomous spacecraft operations with maneuvering capabilities to successfully accomplish mission objectives
Own the delta-V budgets and propulsion subsystem sizing to satisfy mission requirements
Develop appropriate test plans and procedures to validate the propulsion system during ground checkout, on-orbit calibration and commissioning and on-orbit operations
Develop the necessary fueling plans and procedures for the implemented propulsion system
Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality.
Support challenging schedules during ground testing, launch windows and on-orbit operations of the spacecraft systems.
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Requirements

Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Aerospace Engineering, Orbital Mechanics or other engineering degree.
Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements.
Experience with managing propulsion vendors for successful delivery against mission and sub-system requirements
Experience conducting spacecraft operations and satellite command and control with an emphasis on system reliability and uptime.
Experience with orbital mechanics and resident space object tracking capabilities
Work with other teams and government agencies to achieve the required licenses (DOT, etc) for transporting fully fueled or pressurized containers within the spacecraft to the appropriate test and launch facilities

Nice to have

Experience with Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems
Experience testing propulsion subsystems in laboratory environments that mimic the space environmental constraints
Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and digital spacecraft simulators through nominal and fault scenarios
Exposure to US satellite operations policy and constraints for relevant mission threads in all orbits

Compensation

$166,000 - $250,000 USD

Benefits

Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.
For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

Company info

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners.
We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.
As a Propulsion Engineer for our Space team, you will contribute to the understanding and design of all satellite propulsion subsystems to include but not limited to chemical propulsion, electric propulsion, and hybrid systems.
The propulsion team will work closely with related teams, such as the spacecraft design, GNC, ground, and flight software to help improve both the ground and satellite-based capabilities conducting highly complex missions with maneuvering capabilities but above all else will be responsible for the successful design, test and operations of the propulsion subsystem onboard Anduril's fleet of spacecraft.
The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads.
We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.
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