Propulsion Engineer - Space

Anduril Industries transforms U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology, powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system for realtime command and control. The Space team expands these capabilities into space for enhanced Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control. As Propulsion Engineer, you contribute to designing satellite propulsion subsystems including chemical, electric, and hybrid systems.

You possess deep knowledge of state-of-the-art propulsion systems and their applicability to different mission threads. Responsibilities include owning delta-V budgets, developing test plans for ground checkout and on-orbit operations, and creating fueling procedures. You assist with implementing propulsion into spacecraft systems while integrating with ground and orbital flight software.

The propulsion team collaborates closely with spacecraft design, GNC, ground, and flight software teams to enable complex missions with maneuvering capabilities. This role supports resilient, software-defined spacecraft across numerous mission threads for DOD and IC partners. Work occurs within ongoing, funded programs in Anduril’s Space Business Line.

You coordinate with bus providers, end-users, and customers to balance needs with engineering constraints on tight schedules. Efforts ensure successful design, test, and operations of propulsion subsystems onboard Anduril’s fleet. This position deploys reliable capabilities on operationally-relevant timelines to meet complex space challenges.