Principal Propulsion Engineer, Liquid Rocket Engine Assembly

Venus Aerospace

. Support design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of propulsion piece parts and assemblies .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in aerospace vehicle and engine systems engineering, with a strong focus on CAD modeling, propulsion hardware design, and systems engineering. Proficient in analyzing and developing engine fluid systems and components while adhering to ITAR requirements.

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Aerospace Vehicle EngineeringCAD ModelingPropulsion Hardware DesignSystems EngineeringITAR Compliance

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Hard Skills

Engine Systems EngineeringFluid Systems DesignComplex CAD ModelingDesign For Manufacturing (DFM)Test Plan DevelopmentEngine TestingHot-Fire Data AnalysisMultidisciplinary Project ExperienceP&ID GenerationComponent Sourcing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

NXSolidWorksANSYS MechanicalCFXStarCCM+MatlabPythonMicrosoft Visio

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Aerospace MaterialsHigh Mechanical LoadsThermal LoadsFluid Connections SpecificationsEngine AssembliesCombustorThrust Take-Out StructureGimbal SystemPumpsFlow Control Devices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of propulsion piece parts and assemblies
Generate CAD models of components and engine systems
Design and analyze engine fluid systems; identify COTS components and work with suppliers to source components
Generate P&IDs of engine systems
Develop and execute test plans; analyze test results
Generate engine balances, size engines and requirements, understand engine cycles, and trade cycle efficiencies
Use engine P&IDs to generate fully detailed CAD models of engine assemblies
Use agile methodology to break down complex projects into daily and weekly actionable tasks
Own the lifecycle of engine assemblies, including combustor, thrust take-out structure, gimbal system, pumps, hot gas turbines, and flow control devices
Mentor younger team members
Design, analyze, and develop propulsion hardware from piece parts to engine assemblies, taking concepts to flight-maturity hardware

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of aerospace vehicle and engine systems engineering/design experience
Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
Systems engineering and operational experience
Experience working on multidisciplinary project teams
Knowledge of standard aerospace materials used in designs of propulsion systems for high mechanical and thermal loads
Knowledge of aerospace fluid systems component and fluid connections specifications
Multi-disciplinary engineering experience across mechanical and fluid systems design, structural/thermal design and analysis, engine testing and hot-fire data analysis, propulsion system assembly and testing, complex CAD modeling, and design for manufacturing (DFM)
5+ years of CAD experience, particularly working with large assemblies
Experience with NX, SolidWorks, ANSYS Mechanical, CFX, StarCCM+, Matlab, Python, GFSSP, or Microsoft Visio
Strong communication skills to effectively work in a hybrid in-person/remote work environment
Must meet ITAR requirements: U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual, or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations