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Senior Avionics Electrical Engineer (Electric Propulsion) Department: Electric Propulsion Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 / year Description As a ...

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HIL Propulsion Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

HIL Propulsion Engineer Location: Michigan Duration: Long Term Client: Stellantis We are seeking a ... This role involves working with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) platforms, electric or hybrid propulsion ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for electric propulsion engineer in the United States is $102,825.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Electric Propulsion Engineer vs Propulsion Systems Engineer?

AspectElectric Propulsion EngineerPropulsion Systems Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; specialized knowledge in electric propulsionBachelor's or Master's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering; broader propulsion system expertise
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, spacecraft development, satellite propulsionAircraft, spacecraft, missile systems, propulsion testing facilities
Industry UsagePrimarily in satellite and spacecraft industries focusing on electric thrusters

Electric Propulsion Engineers specialize in designing and developing electric thrusters for spacecraft, focusing on electrical systems and propulsion efficiency. Propulsion Systems Engineers have a broader role, working on various propulsion technologies across aerospace applications. While both roles require engineering expertise, Electric Propulsion Engineers focus specifically on electric propulsion systems used in space missions.

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Hardware Manager, Electric Propulsion Systems, Prime Air

Seattle, WA • On-site

Amazon
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Amazon rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 7,166 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Prime Air is Amazon's drone delivery program, working to safely deliver packages to customers in 30 minutes or less. We are looking for an experienced Hardware Manager to lead the Electric Propulsion Systems team, responsible for the design, development, and production of key subsystems powering the Prime Air drone - including motors, batteries, charging infrastructure, and power distribution.
This is a people-manager role with direct reports. You will own the technical roadmap and execution for electric propulsion hardware, driving innovation while meeting fast program timelines

You'll collaborate across disciplines (software, flight sciences, systems engineering, manufacturing) to deliver reliable, certifiable propulsion systems at scale.
Key job responsibilities
Own the technical direction and execution of electric propulsion hardware development.
Hire, develop, and manage a high-performing team of hardware engineers and research scientists ; provide mentorship, career development, and performance feedback.
Define and drive the propulsion hardware roadmap aligned with Prime Air program milestones.
Lead design reviews, trade studies, and risk assessments for propulsion subsystems.
Collaborate cross-functionally with systems engineering, software, flight sciences, manufacturing, and safety teams.
Manage supplier and vendor relationships for key propulsion components; drive make-vs-buy decisions.
Ensure designs meet safety, reliability, and certification requirements (e.g., DO-160, DO-254, FAA Part 135).
Drive continuous improvement in design processes, test methodologies, and manufacturing readiness
A day in the life
This role is responsible for managing the development of a portfolio of products.
Daily activities include deep diving into the designs and aiding the team in decision making process, working with the supply chain and quality engineering team to ensure the designs are manufacturable and planning and conducting the testing on these products.
As this is a developmental role it is also expected that this role will own the propulsion part of technical roadmap engaging with external organizations to identify and investigate new technologies.
About the team
This role is part of a larger team of hardware managers, systems engineers and technical program managers who own Prime Air's next generation drone designs

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Seattle, WA, US

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