Propulsion Design Engineer II

Company Overview

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with expanding operations in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, Agile has achieved more than 40% year‑over‑year growth for the past three years, and our momentum continues to accelerate.

Full‑time

We are seeking an experienced Propulsion Design Engineer onsite in Durango, CO. The Propulsion Design Engineer will be part of the combustion devices group developing main engines or attitude control thrusters for various spacecraft including lunar lander programs. This role has continued involvement throughout the iterative design‑manufacture‑test‑analyze process over the entirety of program lifecycle; from early learning prototypes hot‑fired to the flight hardware that operate in space.

The role is a key member of the program team, working closely with the cross‑functional group that is designing, manufacturing, testing, and analyzing this thruster.

• Perform mechanical design and modelling propulsion components to meet requirements.
• Conduct analysis of components and subsystems.
• Create engineering drawings and manufacturing planning for components.
• Practice critical problem solving, task prioritization, and thorough analysis.
• Iterate engine/feature designs using simulated and real‑world test data.

• B.S. or advanced degree in related engineering or technical field.
• 3‑5 years of experience in propulsion design engineering.
• Demonstrated experience working with or designing liquid rocket engines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in team environments.
• Ability to work autonomously and take initiative in a high cadence environment.
• Proficient with CAD (Solid Works preferred), or other design and analysis software.
• Multi‑disciplined engineer confident working through ambiguity and uncertainty across complex assignments.

• Experience leading the end‑to‑end design and production of propulsion systems.
• Proficiency in ANSYS.
• Experience developing and working with chemical propulsion systems.
• Experience in designing for advanced materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with regenerative cooling rocket propulsion systems.
• Experience with rocket engine injectors.

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

The expected salary range for this role is $81,000–$116,100 annually. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity, and is typically made within the midrange, rather than the upper end.

Benefits: generous health coverage, dental and vision plans, Flexible Time Off, parental leave, and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.

Employment Type:

Exempt

Work Schedule:

Full Time

Location:

Onsite in Durango, CO

This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged, as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Agile, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.

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Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered.

$81,000–$116,100