Head of Propulsion Engineering
21 hours ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Propulsion to join our team at Vast. As a key member of our propulsion team, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and integrating propulsion systems for our space stations.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead a team of engineers and technicians in designing and building propulsion systems, fluid modeling, and testing programs.
- Oversee the design of in-space ethane/nitrous oxide pressure-fed gas thrusters and guide system optimization and trade studies.
- Develop integrated physics models for 2-phase fluid, thermal, pressure, and mass flow to define operating parameters.
- Collaborate with GNC to model thruster use and commodity consumption across mission phases using Monte Carlo simulations.
- Work with the thermal team on the on-orbit thermal environments of propulsion components, including tanks, accumulators, and thrusters.
- Partner with Avionics and Software teams to develop control, telemetry, and propulsion utilization algorithms.
- Track and maintain the schedule for propulsion deliverables and manage multiple development and test programs.
- Work with manufacturing and additive teams to produce propulsion components and manage vendor relationships.
- Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in designing complex fluid systems for propulsion.
- Proven leadership experience in managing propulsion design teams and cross-functional engineering projects.
- Direct experience as a people manager.
- Master's degree in Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Expertise in designing and modeling 2-phase propellant systems.
- Experience leading multiple development and test programs with varied timelines.
- Manufacturing experience with 3D-printed metal propulsion parts.
- Project management skills across a portfolio of projects.
- Vendor management experience for outsourced components and systems.
- Strong team-building and recruiting capabilities.
- Ability to travel up to 20%.
- Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary, company equity, and access to a full suite of benefits and perks. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to join a dynamic team, please submit your application.
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