Propulsion Engineer

Fluids & Propulsion Engineer

Location:

Oxfordshire, UK

We are working with a client at the forefront of developing next‑generation in‑orbit refuelling technologies, and they are looking to hire a Fluids & Propulsion Engineer to join their growing UK team.

This organisation is building the systems, components, and infrastructure that will enable refuelling across major UK and European space missions. This is a hands‑on role working with advanced propulsion and fluid systems, taking hardware from concept through development, testing, qualification, and flight.

You will play a key part in designing and delivering fluidic interfaces, propulsion architectures, and subsystem solutions for upcoming refuelling missions. The position offers a blend of conceptual design, analysis, supplier engagement, build, test, and systems engineering.

• Define propulsion and fluid system architectures for UK and European missions
• Develop early‑phase designs and analysis for fluid and propulsion systems
• Engage with subsystem and component suppliers to ensure technical alignment
• Maintain development schedules, system requirements, and design budgets
• Support business development from an engineering standpoint when required
• Lead technical reviews, design trades, and systems engineering processes
• Plan and execute simulations and test campaigns
• Lead hands‑on build and testing of development models
• Support flight AIT activities
• Identify technical issues and drive effective resolutions
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers

You will bring experience in:

• Taking propulsion or fluid system components from concept through prototyping, detailed design, and AIT
• Collaborating with space systems engineering teams
• Developing verification plans and running qualification campaigns

Expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Propulsion and fluid systems design
• Fluid components development
• Fluidic system analysis
• Propulsion system MAIT
• Space systems engineering
• Defining customer needs and converting them into engineering requirements
• Communicating clearly with technical and non‑technical audiences

Bachelor's degree with four years of relevant experience, or Master's/PhD with three years of relevant experience