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Impulse Space

Turbomachinery Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA

$105K - $145K/yr

As a Turbomachinery Engineer at Impulse Space, you will design, analyze, build and test high performance turbomachinery while working closely with a fast paced, agile team. * Design turbomachinery ...

Impulse Space

Turbomachinery Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$115K - $165K/yr

Description As a Turbomachinery Engineer at Impulse Space, you will design, analyze, build and test high performance turbomachinery while working closely with a fast paced, agile team.

Impulse Space

Turbomachinery Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$115K - $165K/yr

Turbomachinery Engineer Department: Propulsion Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $115,000 - $165,000 / year Description As a Turbomachinery Engineer at Impulse Space ...

Ursa Major

Senior Turbomachinery Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$112K - $140K/yr

You will report to the Manager of Turbomachinery Core Technology. This is a hybrid position based out of Berthoud, Colorado with the expectation to work on-site 2-3-days per week. Responsibilities:

SpaceX

Turbomachinery Engineer (Raptor)

Hawthorne, CA

$115K - $140K/yr

TURBOMACHINERY ENGINEER (RAPTOR) SpaceX is seeking a highly motivated Turbomachinery Engineer to join our team in designing and developing the next generation of turbopumps for Raptor. Lead the ...

Stoke Space

Turbomachinery Engineer

Kent, WA

$129K - $193K/yr

As a Turbomachinery Engineer at Stoke, you will have extreme ownership over all aspects of turbomachinery design, analysis, manufacturing, build, testing, and validation for advanced reusable rocket ...

SpaceX

Turbomachinery Engineer (Raptor)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

TURBOMACHINERY ENGINEER (RAPTOR) SpaceX is seeking a highly motivated Turbomachinery Engineer to join our team in designing and developing the next generation of turbopumps for Raptor. Lead the ...

Stoke Space

Turbomachinery Engineer

Kent, WA · On-site

$129K - $193K/yr

As a Turbomachinery Engineer at Stoke, you will have extreme ownership over all aspects of turbomachinery design, analysis, manufacturing, build, testing, and validation for advanced reusable rocket ...

Radiant

Principal Turbomachinery Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$200K - $314K/yr

About the Role Radiant is seeking a Principal Turbomachinery Engineer to serve as the Responsible Engineer for the turbomachinery within our nuclear-driven power generation system. This role owns the ...

Ursa Major

Senior Turbomachinery Engineer

Longmont, CO

$112K - $140K/yr

You will report to the Manager of Turbomachinery Core Technology. This is a hybrid position based out of Berthoud, Colorado with the expectation to work on-site 2-3-days per week. Responsibilities:

SpaceX

Turbomachinery Engineer (Raptor)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

TURBOMACHINERY ENGINEER (RAPTOR) SpaceX is seeking a highly motivated Turbomachinery Engineer to join our team in designing and developing the next generation of turbopumps for Raptor. Lead the ...

Ursa Major

Staff Turbomachinery Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$132K - $165K/yr

You will report to the Manager of Turbomachinery Core Technology. This is a hybrid position based out of Berthoud, Colorado with the expectation to work on-site 2-3-days per week. Responsibilities:

Endurance Energy

Director of Turbomachinery

Seattle, WA · On-site

$225K - $275K/yr

As Director of Turbomachinery, you will set the technical direction for turbine and pump development across the full product lifecycle: from thermodynamic cycle integration and aero-thermal design ...

Ursa Major

Staff Turbomachinery Engineer

Berthoud, CO

$132K - $165K/yr

You will report to the Manager of Turbomachinery Core Technology. This is a hybrid position based out of Berthoud, Colorado with the expectation to work on-site 2-3-days per week. Responsibilities:

Ursa Major

Senior Turbomachinery Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$112K - $140K/yr

You will report to the Manager of Turbomachinery Core Technology. This is a hybrid position based out of Berthoud, Colorado with the expectation to work on-site 2-3-days per week. Responsibilities:

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for turbomachinery in the United States is $106,177.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in a Turbomachinery role, you need a strong background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, a deep understanding of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics, and relevant industry experience. Proficiency with CAD software, finite element analysis (FEA) tools, and industry certifications such as ASME or API are commonly expected. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and project management skills are essential to excel in complex engineering environments. These competencies ensure precise design, efficient operation, and safe maintenance of high-performance rotating equipment used in energy, aviation, and manufacturing sectors.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Turbomachinery?

Professionals in Turbomachinery roles typically spend their days designing, analyzing, and optimizing rotating machinery such as turbines, compressors, or pumps, often using advanced engineering software. They may also participate in performance testing, diagnose equipment issues, oversee maintenance activities, and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including manufacturing, quality assurance, and project management. Regular communication with clients or stakeholders to discuss design requirements and project progress is also common. This diverse set of responsibilities ensures smooth operation and innovation within energy, aerospace, and industrial sectors.

What is a Turbomachinery job?

A Turbomachinery job involves the design, analysis, maintenance, and optimization of machines that transfer energy between a rotor and a fluid, such as turbines, compressors, and pumps. Engineers in this field work in industries like aerospace, power generation, oil and gas, and manufacturing. Their responsibilities may include performance testing, failure analysis, CFD simulations, and ensuring efficiency and reliability in rotating equipment.

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Turbomachinery Engineer

Turbomachinery Engineer

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach, CA

$105K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

 As a Turbomachinery Engineer at Impulse Space, you will design, analyze, build and test high performance turbomachinery while working closely with a fast paced, agile team. 
  • Design turbomachinery components for a high performance liquid rocket engine
  • Perform 1-D sizing and detailed flowpath design for liquid inducers, stators, and impellers, as well as hot gas turbine rotors and stators
  • Perform sizing and detailed design of secondary fluid flowpaths for bearings, seals, and coolant paths
  • Perform detailed structural analysis of turbomachinery components
  • Work with design and build teams to ensure hardware is highly manufacturable, low cost, and high reliability 
  • Work with build and test teams to ensure success of turbopump manufacturing and testing

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
  • 3+ years' of relevant turbomachinery experience
  • Proficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics, and materials
  • Demonstrated experience with fluids and structural analysis software
  • Demonstrated experience with CAD to design hardware
  • Knowledge of turbomachinery design and analysis practices
  • Knowledge of turbopump assembly procedures, including rotor balancing, interference fits and clearance checks
  • Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small team
  • Master's degree or higher in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering with emphasis on laboratory and/or practical applications
  • Strong proficiency in fluids modeling of compressible and incompressible flow
  • Experience in manufacturing and test of stationary and rotating turbomachinery components
  • Experience with turbopump bearings, seals, and assembly processes
  • Experience performing turbomachinery analyses (bladed CFD, structural, modal, rotordynamics)
  • Experience designing bladed turbopump components (inducers, impellers, turbines)
  • Experience in manufacturing of stationary and rotating turbomachinery components
  • Familiarity with turbomachinery rotor-dynamic analysis and considerations
Additional Requirements: 
  • Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.  
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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