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Senior Propulsion Engineer I

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140K - $168K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... Demonstrated expertise in structural or mechanical design for flight hardware. * Experience in ...

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Senior Propulsion Engineer I

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$111K - $152K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... Demonstrated expertise in structural or mechanical design for flight hardware. * Experience in ...

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Senior Propulsion Engineer I

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$140K - $168K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... Demonstrated expertise in structural or mechanical design for flight hardware. * Experience in ...

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Senior Valve Design Engineer I

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$118K - $142K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... Demonstrated expertise in structural or mechanical design for flight hardware. * Experience in ...

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Senior Valve Design Engineer I

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$118K - $142K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... Demonstrated expertise in structural or mechanical design for flight hardware. * Experience in ...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Westminster, CO

$105K - $139K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... Experience with two or more spacecraft structural and mechanical architectures which drives your ...

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Senior Thermal Engineer I

Westminster, CO · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... We are looking to add a Senior Thermal Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup ...

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Senior Software Engineer I - Fullstack

Austin, TX · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and development of user-facing ...

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Senior Thermal Engineer I

Westminster, CO · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for ... We are looking to add a Senior Thermal Engineer I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup ...

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Senior Launch Vehicle Design Engineer I

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El Segundo, CA

$111K - $152K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 27 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 seeking a Senior Launch Vehicle Design Engineer I to our team. In this role, you will work across multidisciplinary engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges, drive system-level design trades, and ensure mission success through rigorous analysis, testing, and validation.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead the design, analysis, and development of primary and secondary launch vehicle structures, stage interfaces, and payload accommodations.
  • Perform static and transient structural and thermal analysis of LV components and systems to ensure mechanical integrity under operational loads.
  • Develop and execute test programs, analyze experimental data, and apply findings to optimize designs.
  • Prepare CAD models for FEA analysis and manufacturing.
  • Generate technical documentation, including reports, specifications, and contributions to PDRs and CDRs.
  • Collaborate across mechanical, aerospace, and controls engineering teams to deliver flight-ready systems.
  • Mentor junior and senior engineers to build technical understanding and professional development.
  • Participate in mission operations, anomaly investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of industry experience in aerospace design and analysis.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX).
  • Strong foundation in systems engineering principles, requirements flowdown, and integration.
  • Expertise in Ansys tools: Mechanical, Explicit Dynamics (LS-Dyna), Linear and Nonlinear Eigenvalue Buckling, Harmonic Response, and Random Vibrations.
  • Hands-on experience with hardware development, testing, and qualification.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with close 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 with cryogenic systems, liquid rocket systems, and LV components.
  • Hands-on experience designing and improving LV hardware.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing and technological processes for aerospace parts.
  • Familiarity with aerospace safety and reliability practices.
  • Experience in a start-up or rapid development environment.
  • MATLAB for programming, data analysis, and optimization.
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.