Portal Space Systems
The Design-focused Propulsion Engineer uses mechanical design skills to advance pressurant systems, propellant management devices, feed systems, and reaction control system flight hardware. The role involves contributing to mechanical design, supplier engagement, and testing while collaborating on vehicle integration and functional testing. This position works closely with fellow Propulsion Engineers and suppliers to drive designs from early development through qualified flight hardware.
Portal Space Systems is an aerospace company developing Supernova, a solar-thermal spacecraft engineered for rapid, sustained maneuverability across orbital regimes from LEO to Cislunar space. Their proprietary Solar Thermal Propulsion (STP) technology delivers up to 6 km/s of delta-v, offering on-demand autonomy and real-time control without the need for nuclear reactors. The company serves national security, commercial, and scientific missions with capabilities including orbital repositioning, rendezvous and servicing, and payload delivery.
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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