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CesiumAstro

Senior Valve Design Engineer I

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$118K - $142K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior Valve Design Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a ... Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including ...

Hydac International GmbH

DESIGN ENGINEER

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

We are seeking a detail oriented and motivated Cartridge Valve Design Engineer at our Schaumburg, IL facility. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits including Medical ...

ZAP Engineering

Process Engineer 2 (TX)

Houston, TX · On-site

Exempt, Full-Time WORK SCHEDULE: M-F 8AM to 5PM TRAVEL REQUIRED: Up to 20% LOCATION: Houston, TX ... Process Safety Valve (PSV) Calculations/Sizing. * Operating Procedures. * Flare Study. * Vendor ...

Stoke Space

Senior Valves & Actuators Engineer

Kent, WA · On-site

$151K - $252K/yr

Be involved in valve and actuator builds on the production floor * Create procedures and execute ... full-time employees. * Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and ...

Hydrograph USA INC

Manufacturing Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Plant Manager Type: Full-Time About HydroGraph HydroGraph is a hyper-growth advanced materials ... Five years of more proven hands-on experience with valve types, flow control systems, and pneumatic ...

HydroGraph Clean Power Inc

Manufacturing Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Plant Manager Type: Full-Time About HydroGraph HydroGraph is a hyper-growth advanced materials ... Five years of more proven hands-on experience with valve types, flow control systems, and pneumatic ...

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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time valve engineer in the United States is $131,349.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,500.00 and $147,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, certifications like API or ASMETechnical diploma or associate degree, specialized valve training
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and project management in industrial plants or manufacturingMaintenance, installation, and troubleshooting in field or plant settings
Industry UsageOil & gas, petrochemical, power generationRefineries, manufacturing plants, maintenance services

Full Time Valve Engineers focus on design, testing, and project oversight, requiring higher education and certifications. Valve Technicians handle installation and maintenance tasks, often with technical diplomas. Both roles are essential in industrial sectors like oil & gas and power, but differ in responsibilities and work environment.

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Senior Valve Design Engineer I

Senior Valve Design Engineer I

CesiumAstro

El Segundo, CA

$118K - $142K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Senior Valve Design Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and have experience in the design of the valves for different pneumo-hydraulic systems, we would like to hear from you.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving design decisions, mentoring engineers, and ensuring our vehicle systems meet performance, reliability, and safety standards.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CAD systems, CFD and FEA simulations, combined with hands-on experience in experimental development and testing of all types of valves (inc. cryogenic).

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design and develop a variety of valves, including pneumoactuated, electropneumatic, electrohydraulic check valves, throttles, and regulators.
  • Own requirements definition, architecture trades, and system-level integration for assigned subsystems.
  • Generate technical documentation, including reports, specifications, and contributions to PDRs and CDRs.
  • Perform CFD and FEA analyses to evaluate performance parameters such as pressure drops, hydraulic characteristics and mechanical integrity under operating conditions.
  • Develop and execute test programs, analyze experimental data, and apply findings to optimize designs.
  • Collaborate across mechanical, aerospace, and controls engineering teams to deliver flight-ready hardware.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of industry experience in aerospace propulsion systems or related areas.
  • Hands-on proficiency in CAD tools (Siemens NX, SolidWorks)
  • Strong expertise in Ansys CFX, Fluent, and Mechanical for simulation and analysis.
  • Demonstrated expertise in structural or mechanical design for flight hardware.
  • Experience in early-stage vehicle architecture and design trades.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • Prior experience designing cryogenic valves for liquid rocket engines or other rocket systems.
  • Practical experience in test bench setup and performance diagnostics.
  • Hands-on engineering (Full-stack: computer to wrench to broom)
  • Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Familiarity with aerospace safety and reliability practices.
  • Experience in a start-up or rapid development environment.
$118,000 - $142,000 a year
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.  Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.  
 
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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