Sr. Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Development)

SpaceX(20 days ago)

McGregor, TXOnsiteFull TimeSenior$137,507 - $185,245 (estimated)Engineering

About this role

As a Senior Propulsion Engineer on the Raptor Development Operations team at SpaceX, you will guide the development of future Raptor engine versions and have end-to-end ownership of engine systems. This role requires a deep understanding of the Raptor engine to lead development cycles, including detailed test planning, data review, and anomaly resolution, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the engine's capability and integration with the Starship vehicle.

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Required Skills

Fluid Systems
Thermodynamics
Test Planning
Project Management
Collaboration

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.