Manager, Propulsion Engineering (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Manager, Propulsion Engineering (Aerospace): Leading the design, development, and production of high-performance solid rocket motor systems with an accent on technical direction and team execution. Focus on driving motor design, ensuring manufacturability, and guiding rapid iteration cycles to deliver long-range strike weapon systems.

Location: Must be a U.S. citizen and based in the United States (onsite)

Company

hirify.global is a defense company redefining weapon systems through rapid iteration, aggressive testing, and modern commercial manufacturing at scale.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of solid rocket motor primary/secondary structures and propulsion components.
• Drive technical decisions regarding motor design and propellant to ensure performance, safety, and cost targets.
• Build, lead, and scale a high-performing propulsion engineering team, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability.
• Oversee CAD models and drawings ensuring compliance with internal standards and ASME Y14.5 GD&T practices.
• Collaborate with supply chain and government stakeholders to mitigate risks and meet aggressive program timelines.
• Provide hands-on support during assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of hardware prototypes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, materials, manufacturing engineering, physics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in propulsion, mechanical systems, or fluids design, analysis, or testing.
• Demonstrated experience specifically with rocket motors or propulsion systems.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects or small teams in a fast-paced environment.
• U.S. citizenship is required as the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance is mandatory.
• Willingness to support extended hours or weekends during critical integration, test, and flight milestones.

Nice to have

• Deep expertise in propellant formulation and motor design.
• Experience with liquid propulsion systems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as NX, Creo, or CATIA.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Experience with aerospace materials (metals, composites, plastics) and insensitive munitions standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Meaningful long-term equity grants for all full-time employees.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including 100% employee-covered medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Four weeks of paid time off and ten company-paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave and a $100 monthly fitness stipend.
• Onsite perks including catered meals, a fully stocked kitchen, and EV charging.