Deputy Lead Propulsion Engineer

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, build, test, and operations of propulsion flight and ground hardware
• Perform structural, fluid, and thermal analysis of mechanical components and assemblies
• Develop and document test requirements, plans, procedures, and reports
• Create component and assembly drawings for flight and ground test hardware
• Assist mechanics in integrating components onto the aircraft and ground systems
• Test propulsion components to prepare for integrated subsystem testing
• Manage supplier relations with key vendors and track vehicle propulsion configuration
• Maintain technical ownership of clean rooms and manage engineering release schedules

Requirements

• Experience with fluid subsystem design, mechanical design, or structural engineering
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling of parts and assemblies
• Experience with propulsion ground testing and component-level test execution
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with relevant years of experience (5-20+ depending on level)

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical or personnel management leadership experience
• Experience with liquid oxygen or liquid rocket engine testing
• Proficiency in Solidworks, Matlab, Python, or Simulink/Simscape
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems (e.g., Curtiss-Wright DAS Studio) or Jira
• Active TS/SCI security clearance

Benefits

• 9/80 work schedule
• Comprehensive healthcare including medical, dental, and vision
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• 50% company match on 401(k) up to $11,500
• Tuition reimbursement

About the Company

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. We design, manufacture, and launch aerospace vehicles and technologies, such as our Talon-A hypersonic testbeds, to enable routine access to the hypersonic environment and advance national security.