Venus Aerospace
The Principal Propulsion Engineer (PPMS) role at Venus Aerospace involves supporting the design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of propulsion sub-systems and full stage tests. The position requires generating CAD models, performing fluid network modeling, and developing test plans to analyze results. This role focuses on systems engineering tasks such as engine balances, sizing, and requirements while collaborating with vehicle engineering and test teams.
Headquarters
Houston, Texas, United States
Company Size
51-200 employees
Founded
2020
Venus Aerospace develops next‑generation rocket propulsion systems, focused on rotating detonation (RDRE) and VDR engine architectures that promise a generational improvement in efficiency, scalability, and performance. Their high‑thrust RDRE technology has been flight demonstrated and is positioned for defense, space, and commercial high‑speed flight applications. Venus markets scalable propulsion solutions intended to enable more capable, cost‑effective missions across government and commercial aerospace customers.
Lockheed Martin Ventures invests in rocket propulsion startup Venus Aerospace
Oct 22, 2025
Venus Aerospace Announces Strategic Investment by Lockheed Martin to Accelerate Breakthrough Innovations in Next-Generation Propulsion
Oct 22, 2025
Venus Aerospace’s hypersonic flight tech just took a big step
May 15, 2025
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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27% above the average for this role
Venus Aerospace Announces Investment From Lockheed Martin to Accelerate Next-Generation Propulsion
Oct 23, 2025