# Propulsion Engineer at General Galactic

- Company: General Galactic
- What the company does: General Galactic is a space tech startup developing advanced spacecraft and propulsion systems. Backed by Space Capital.
- Company website: https://gengalactic.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: El Segundo, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $120K to $200K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-01
- Apply by: 2026-11-15
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/generalgalactic/jobs/4421510009?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/general-galactic-propulsion-engineer/

## About the role

As a Propulsion Engineer, you will work closely with a focused technical team to design and analyze critical propulsion and thrust systems for our product suite, including our Genesis architecture and more. You will have extreme ownership over your work, move quickly, and operate with high agency. As we grow, there will be opportunities to expand your role with the company. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Own propulsion system architecture, sizing, and integration for spacecraft vehicles, ground test hardware, and all associated hardware
- Support cryogenic fluid system development, including storage, transfer, thermal isolation, boiloff management, conditioning, chilldown, and integration with spacecraft propulsion systems
- Develop and maintain simulations, calculations, and models to guide design decisions
- Create drawings, interface definitions, assembly procedures, test procedures, and engineering documentation for fluid and propulsion hardware
- Plan, execute, and troubleshoot testing of fluid and propulsion systems
- Lead system safety assessments and hazard controls for fluid and propulsion systems

Tags: Engineering

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