Top 393 Propulsion engineer Jobs in Brea, Ca

Propulsion and Fluids Test Engineer
True Anomaly —Long Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $175,000 a year
- Office
- Master's degree
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Mechanical Engineer, Propulsion
Anduril Industries —Santa Ana, CA
- $129,000 - $171,000 a year
- Email
- Bachelor of Science
- Senior level
- Python
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Aerodynamics Engineer I
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $90,000 - $136,000 a year
- Engineering
- Databases
- Mentoring
- Opportunities for advancement
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Systems Engineer
Safran —Irvine, CA
- $95,000 - $118,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Senior Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $166,000 - $220,000 a year
- Email
- 8 years
- Manufacturing
- Senior level
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Propulsion Test Engineer
Heart Aerospace —Los Angeles, CA
- $124,000 - $216,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Electrical Engineering
Chemical Propulsion Engineer
Apex Technology, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $121,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Senior Propulsion & Hydrodynamics Engineer
Anduril Industries —Orange, CA
- $166,000 - $220,000 a year
- Email
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Travel
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Propulsion Systems Project Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation —Los Angeles, CA
- $117,300 - $226,900 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- System design
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
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Propulsion Structural Engineer I, Combustion Devices
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $90,000 - $136,000 a year
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Opportunities for advancement
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Staff Test Propulsion Engineer
Divergent —Los Angeles, CA
- $148,430 - $204,090 a year
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Spacecraft Propulsion Components Engineer II
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Mentoring
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Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer II
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Mentoring
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Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer, Omen
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $220,000 - $292,000 a year
- Email
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
- Office
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Propulsion Engineer II, Engine Systems
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $100,800 - $151,200 a year
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Senior level
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Propulsion Project Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation —Los Angeles, CA
- $117,300 - $175,900 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
Senior Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer I
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $115,000 - $158,000 a year
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Master's degree
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Propulsion Mechanical Design Engineer
K2 Space —Los Angeles, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Data analysis skills
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $220,000 - $292,000 a year
- Email
- 11+ years
- Manufacturing
- Senior level
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Principal Propulsion Engineer, Engine Systems & Test
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $185,000 - $277,000 a year
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Propulsion and Fluids Test Engineer

True Anomaly -
Long Beach, CA

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Job Details

$100,000 - $175,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Content creation for technical audiences
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Performance testing in mechanical engineering
Team leadership
Technical documentation
Leak testing
Defect analysis
Systems engineering
Propulsion systems
Test analysis
Technical writing experience within technology
Failure analysis

Full Job Description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking highly motivated Propulsion & Fluids Test Engineers to support the design, planning, and execution of test campaigns for spacecraft propulsion and fluid systems. You will work closely with propulsion engineers, systems engineers, and production teams to ensure propulsion and fluid hardware meets performance, environmental, and mission-critical requirements. In this role, you will develop test plans, execute propulsion and fluid system tests, collect and analyze data, disposition anomalies, and verify that hardware meets all specifications. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge spacecraft propulsion technologies in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Define and lead test strategies for propulsion and fluid system programs, including requirements verification, procedure development, and execution oversight.

Author and review propulsion and fluids test documentation including plans, procedures, readiness reports, and compliance matrices.

Analyze complex propulsion and fluid system test data, resolve anomalies, and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.

Oversee test campaigns spanning propulsion and fluids disciplines including proof testing, leak testing, functional/performance testing, and propellant loading operations, ensuring full traceability to system requirements.

Design, build, commission, and operate propulsion and fluids ground support equipment in support of testing operations.

Interface with program leadership, customers, and regulatory bodies during design reviews and formal propulsion test events.

Ensure compliance with industry, range safety, and military standards for propulsion and hazardous fluid test planning and reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, chemical engineering, or related technical discipline.

Years of relevant experience in propulsion or fluid systems test engineering for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems in line with engineering level.

Knowledge of propulsion and fluid system test methodologies including proof, leak, functional, and performance testing.

Experience performing propulsion or fluid system test campaigns and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

Strong background in data analysis, systems engineering, and failure analysis for propulsion hardware.

Excellent communication, leadership, and technical documentation skills.

U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Master's or higher degree in aerospace, mechanical, or chemical engineering.

Expertise with data acquisition, test automation, and scripting (LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB) for propulsion test environments.

Hands-on experience with propulsion components including thrusters, valves, regulators, tanks, and feed systems.

Familiarity with propellant handling, hazardous fluid operations, and range safety requirements.

Experience with test standards such as MIL-STD-810, AIAA propulsion standards, or NASA/DoD propulsion test specs.

Experience working in classified or secure test environments.

Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base Salary:

Test Engineer 2: $100,000-$120,000
Test Engineer 3: $125,000-$155,000
Senior Test Engineer: $140,000-$175,000

Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Location— this a fully onsite position based out of our Long Beach, CA office.
Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.

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