Propulsion Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead)

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Propulsion Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead) to join our dynamic team in Kennedy Space Center, FL.

This exciting opportunity places you at the forefront of space exploration as part of the Space Launch Systems (SLS) program, where you will play a critical role in advancing propulsion technologies that enable humanity’s next giant leap. As a key technical leader, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the design, testing, and certification of propulsion components and subsystems, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance. If you are passionate about rocket propulsion and eager to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace projects, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on the future of space travel.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supports the definition and execution of certification tests for propulsion components and subsystems, including reviewing system testing requirements, plans, procedures, test setups, and equipment capabilities

• Collaborates with the Production IPT to develop subsystem build and test strategies, identify workarounds for constraints, and prepare for key milestones

• Works closely with production, engineering support, quality, and technical teams to identify, disposition, and resolve issues related to propulsion system hardware, processes, or procedures

• Assists in planning and supporting assembly efforts across multiple shifts with technician teams to assemble and integrate propulsion system components; facilitates communication between shifts to share lessons learned and progress

• Provides system knowledge to Test Conductors, Directors, and Console Operators to help distinguish expected from off-nominal system behavior; supports test personnel and technicians in understanding system configuration and functionality, including contributing to procedural updates and training

• Supports production floor activities related to propulsion hardware integration; trains and guides technicians to ensure First Time Quality (FTQ) during integration and testing; assists Quality Engineering with non-conformance resolution and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

• Provides technical support for fielded systems by assisting in responses to customer queries and offering recommendations

• Contributes to the development of concepts for future propulsion systems by applying lessons learned from past builds and collaborating with manufacturing engineering to improve build strategies

• Mentors junior propulsion engineers on manufacturing and test processes, effective communication with production teams, and overall vehicle system knowledge

• Supports and coordinates work scope with other engineers as assigned

• Works under general supervision with increasing independence

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

• 3+ years of experience in rocket propulsion

• 3+ years of experience with propulsion system components, interfaces and their design/integration variables, within aerospace vehicles

• 3+ years of experience with propulsion system design/integration

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 5+ years of experience working on propulsion systems to include cryogenic & pneumatic delivery systems

• Experience on space, launch vehicle, and/or aircraft programs

• Experience in NASA Space programs or a related Space or Defense program

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for 1st shift.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range for Mid-Level (Level 3): 107,100.00 - $144,900.00

Summary pay range for Lead (Level 4): $129,200.00 - $174,800.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 11, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.