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Senior Propulsion Engineer

Gravitics · Greater Seattle Area, Greater Denver Area, Cape Canaveral, FL, Houston, TX · On-site

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About Gravitics

Gravitics, Inc. designs and manufactures large space structures, including orbital carriers, cargo logistics spacecraft, and space station modules. Backed by Type One Ventures.

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. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another applicable field
  • Working knowledge of propulsion or fluid system components (feed systems, pressurization, valves, regulators, or similar)
  • Liquid or gas propulsion system design
  • Propellant management and fluid handling
More about this role

At Gravitics, we're not exploring space—we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture large-scale orbital structures that enable commercial operations while meeting the requirements of defense and government missions.

Our systems are built to scale and built to last—bridging commercial innovation with mission-critical performance. 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. Let's build the future together.

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.

  • Design, build, and test propulsion fluid systems, including feed systems, tank pressurization, propellant management, and associated fluid components
  • Take ownership of...

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