Propulsion Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Propulsion Engineer (Aerospace): Developing propulsion systems for the largest and highest-power satellite platforms ever flown with an accent on LEO to deep space missions. Focus on designing hardware to survive harsh radiation environments and capitalizing on heavy-lift launch vehicle capabilities.

Location: Anywhere (Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR)

Company

hirify.global is a Series C startup building high-power satellite platforms designed to unlock unprecedented performance levels across every orbit.

What you will do

• Develop and optimize propulsion systems for large-scale satellite platforms.
• Design spacecraft components engineered to survive harsh radiation environments.
• Leverage mass abundance from heavy-lift launch vehicles to create a new class of spacecraft.
• Contribute to missions ranging from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to deep space exploration.
• Collaborate within a fast-paced startup environment to push the boundaries of space systems.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident/Green Card holder, or protected individual) per ITAR regulations.
• Professional background in propulsion, aerospace engineering, or related technical fields.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth Series C startup environment.
• Eligible for a federally issued export control license if not a U.S. Person.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking mission to become a Kardashev Type II civilization.
• Work at a well-funded startup backed by Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, and others.
• Inclusive culture that encourages non-traditional career paths and diverse professional backgrounds.
• Collaborative environment focused on solving complex interstellar challenges.