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We believe that rapid, on-demand, point-to-point global mobility will become the new standard for moving people and goods across the planet. To achieve this, we are integrating our advanced airframe and engine technologies—which include Duality™, our proprietary dual‑use propulsion system—with a new flight operations model to make supersonic transport as efficient and economical as commercial air travel is today. In the near term, we are developing adaptable, high‑speed systems to close aircraft performance gaps for the United States government.\n\nWHO WE ARE\nWe’re a team of passionate engineers dedicated to advancing aerospace. We’re generalists with specialist depth, united by a flat structure and a shared obsession with building things that work well. We move fast, stay pragmatic, and let engineering excellence speak louder than hierarchy.\n\nWHO YOU ARE\nAstro Mechanica is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who can take full ownership of hardware design from concept to production, and has a deep understanding of their impact on surrounding systems. Technical challenges are resolved from first principles. Your work at Astro Mechanica will have a direct impact on the configuration and performance of the Duality™ engine.\n\nIn this role, your mission will be to design, analyze, and validate critical propulsion systems from early prototype through flight qualification, vehicle integration, and aircraft flight. You embody the test‑like‑you‑fly philosophy.\n\nWHAT YOU’LL DO\n\nIdeate on design trade studies while considering system‑level impacts\n\nComplete detailed design and support with structural, thermal, fluid analyses\n\nPresent design reviews and solicit feedback from stakeholders\n\nAssemble prototypes firsthand, design complementary tooling, establish work instructions\n\nConduct hardware test and analyze data to verify requirements and performance metrics\n\nDiagnose hardware problems efficiently and determine corrective actions\n\nWHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR\n\nClub, project, or intern‑level hands‑on experience with fluidic and mechanical systems, propulsion systems\n\nProficient in solid, surface, and sheet metal CAD modeling (Siemens NX)\n\nExposure to manufacturing processes, precision measurement and GD&T\n\nUnderstanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and turbomachinery\n\nExposure to data acquisition, instrumentation, and power electronics\n\nDesire for continuous improvement\n\nFlexibility to work in fast‑paced environment\n\nAttentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality in all work\n\nPERKS AND BENEFITS\n\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\n\n401(k) program and transparent stock option plan\n\nSelf‑managed and flexible time‑off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time\n\nFlexible work environment\n\nCompany‑funded perks, including weekly team lunches and Astro Mechanica swag\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nAt Astro Mechanica, we highly value in‑office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. We consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee's role.\n\nAstro Mechanica is an equal opportunity employer. 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