Propulsion Engineer

Position Details

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Position Information

Position Title
Propulsion Engineer

Status
Full Time

Job Summary

NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Propulsion Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of advanced propulsion systems for spaceflight missions. This role is central to enabling human and robotic exploration beyond Earth orbit, including programs like Artemis and the Space Launch System (SLS). You'll work alongside world-class engineers to push the boundaries of rocket propulsion and space transportation technologies.

Essential Job Duties

• Design and analyze liquid and solid propulsion systems, components, and subsystems
• Develop test plans, conduct performance evaluations, and interpret data from engine and system tests
• Support integration of propulsion systems with launch vehicles and spacecraft
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system compatibility and mission readiness
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with NASA engineering standards, safety protocols, and quality assurance requirements
• Participate in anomaly resolution, root cause analysis, and design improvements

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)

• Bachelor's or higher from an accredited institution in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in propulsion system design, testing, or analysis (NASA or aerospace experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and combustion principles
• Proficiency in engineering tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, ANSYS, or CFD software
• Must be a US citizen

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to walk short distances
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items
• Ability to view a computer terminal

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with NASA propulsion test facilities and protocols
• Knowledge of system integration, launch vehicle architecture, and mission planning
• Understanding of reliability engineering and fault tolerance in aerospace environments

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S945

Will this position required travel?

Yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

No

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

No

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
11/13/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Recommendation letters
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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