We are looking for an Associate Propulsion Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and productization of mono-propellant propulsion systems for aerospace and space applications. The role involves research, experimentation, hardware development, system integration, testing, data analysis, and technical documentation.

Qualifications:
• B.
E./B.
Tech or M.
E./M.
Tech in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in propulsion system design, testing, and hands-on hardware development.

Responsibilities:
• Assist in the research, design, and development of mono-propellant propulsion systems and associated components such as injectors, catalyst beds, feed systems, valves, and thrusters.
• Support propulsion architecture development, component selection, performance evaluation, and design iteration.
• Conduct literature reviews and experimental studies related to propellant decomposition, catalysis, thermal behavior, and propulsion performance.
• Plan and execute component and system-level testing, including cold-flow, catalyst/decomposition, thermal, and hot-fire tests.
• Support prototype development, assembly, integration, checkout, and testing of propulsion hardware.
• Perform instrumentation setup, sensor integration, calibration, test execution, and troubleshooting.
• Perform post-processing and analysis of test data and correlate experimental results with engineering calculations.
• Support propulsion test-stand development and improvement, including fluid systems, instrumentation, and control systems.




• Coordinate with manufacturing and multidisciplinary teams for fabrication, inspection, integration, and product development.
• Prepare and maintain test procedures, reports and documentation.
• Follow applicable laboratory, propellant handling, and pressure-system safety procedures. Requirements
• Sound understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, gas dynamics, heat transfer, and rocket propulsion fundamentals.
• Experience with monopropellant propulsion, injector design, catalyst beds, and feed-system architecture.
• Working knowledge of propellant decomposition, catalytic systems, and thermal processes.
• Experience with engine plumbing and P&ID; development/interpretation.
• Hands-on experience with fluid systems, valves, regulators, sensors, and pressurized systems.
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks) and engineering calculations.
• Understanding of propulsion performance analysis and experimental data interpretation.
• Exposure to manufacturing and integration of propulsion hardware.
• Experience preparing test plans, procedures, checklists, and technical reports.
• Solid analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills. Preferred

Skills:
• Experience with monopropellants and catalyst systems.
• Basic understanding of CFD and engineering simulation tools.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW or equivalent DAQ/test software.
• Working knowledge of Python or MATLAB for test-data post-processing and analysis.
• Experience with thrust measurement, propulsion instrumentation, and automated test systems.
• Knowledge of reaction kinetics, catalytic decomposition, or thermal analysis.

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