Materials & Process Engineer

2 weeks ago

Redondo Beach, United States Impulse Space Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionAs a materials and process engineer, you will be at the forefront of Impulse’s manufacturing development efforts.  Our spacecraft are designed for the highest standards of reliability and performance, requiring advanced materials and cutting edge manufacturing technologies.  You will be part of a fast-paced and team that rapidly moves from concept to prototype and prides itself on testing early and often.   
Responsibilities
  • Actively assist in the design, build, and testing process for all spacecraft hardware 
  • Develop manufacturing and inspection approaches for additively manufactured hardware
  • Develop compatibility and hazard requirements for fluid systems including nitrous oxide, gaseous oxygen, and cryogenic liquids
  • Support development and qualification of advanced materials systems such as composite structures, COPV tanks, and burn-resistant metal alloys 
  • Continually mature and enforce the Impulse M&P Control Plan
  • Advise on hardware inspection techniques and process development
  • Own material characterization and failure analysis 

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or Engineering, or related discipline
  • 2+ years of experience relevant to the role
  • Previously demonstrated ownership of hardware related projects
  • Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Master’s degree in Materials Science or Engineering, or related discipline
  • Experience with common manufacturing methods such as casting, welding, brazing, and heat treatment processes
  • Experience with NASA and other space materials standards
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment
Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.


To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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