TYTON LLC is seeking a Launch Vehicle Propulsion Systems Project Engineer to deliver senior, on-site technical leadership at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. In this role, you will support USSF/NSSL launch operations by performing engineering reviews, analyzing propulsion and launch data, and helping resolve anomalies in real time alongside customer teams and partner organizations.
Role Overview
You will provide senior engineering expertise and high-level technical oversight at the customer site, drawing on experience with launch vehicle systems such as Cryogenics, Electrical, Mechanical, Pneumatic Systems, Propellant Supply, solid rocket motors, liquid rocket engines, ordnance, and Mission Assurance. The work spans the full lifecycle from design and hardware acceptance through manufacturing, test, launch, and post-flight analysis.
Responsibilities
- Deliver on-site senior engineering expertise and technical oversight at the Cape Canaveral customer site, leveraging knowledge of USSF, NASA, and launch vehicle systems.
- Perform, review, and analyze propulsion system designs, manufacturing, test, and launch data; assess requirements, design drawings, and procedures to resolve complex, multi-disciplinary challenges from pedigree and hardware acceptance through post-flight analyses.
- Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and participate in Engineering Boards, including expert risk assessments, mitigation planning, design and procedure reviews, failure analysis, and actionable recommendations.
- Prepare the customer team for, and directly support, launch contractor reviews, audits, site walkdowns, rehearsals, active launch operations, and real-time anomaly resolution processes.
- Act as a technical authority for USSF customers during Chief Engineer briefings, Weekly Status Reviews, and other Space Systems Command processes, while coordinating with The Aerospace Corporation, new launch contractors, launch site personnel, and suppliers.
- Manage engineering data through data mining and reporting while keeping proprietary contractor information separate and securely protected.
- Produce clear, concise weekly and periodic written evaluations, technical reports, and status updates for customer and leadership review.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical) or STEM field.
- 1.5 years relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of each 1 year of education/degree requirement.
- 12+ years of launch systems structures and mechanical systems engineering, technical program management, or related experience.
- 3+ years of Launch Vehicle or related industry experience.
- Knowledge of LV systems including liquid propellant rocket engines and systems, ordnance, hydraulics, in-flight avionics, LV ground support equipment, LV structures, composite materials, and related areas.
- Active Secret Clearance.
Technologies
- Warp Core
- Jira
- Confluence
- MS Office Suite
- SharePoint
- Google Workspace
- Information Technology systems
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong Propulsion Systems hardware design and test experience.
- Familiarity with space, launch, and safety standards.
- Experience with USSF, NASA, National Reconnaissance Office, and LCs preferred.
- Experience with agile software products (Warp Core, Jira, Confluence, MS Office Suite, SharePoint, Google Workspace, and IT systems) highly preferred.
- Previous project management experience preferred.
Location and Work Type
In person at Cape Canaveral, FL (onsite).
Compensation
USD 130,000 - 165,000 per year.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
- Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment (calculator, copy machine, computer printer).
- Frequently communicates with coworkers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations; must be able to exchange accurate information.
Clearance Requirements
