Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Development)

SpaceX(20 days ago)

McGregor, TXOnsiteFull TimeJunior$82,789 - $109,946 (estimated)Engineering

About this role

As a propulsion engineer on the Raptor Development Operations team, you will guide the development of future versions of the Raptor engine and take end-to-end ownership of one or more systems on the engine. You will define requirements, oversee operations, verify capabilities, and ensure system compatibility with the vehicle while collaborating across technical teams.

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Required Skills

Propulsion Engineering
Fluid Systems
Hardware Design
Thermodynamics
Systems Integration

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.