Job Description
Are you ready to write history? We are seeking a visionary Lead Propulsion Engineer to spearhead the architecture for our 2026 Interplanetary Launch Window. In this high-impact role, you will design the next generation of cryogenic engines and propulsion systems essential for humanity's first permanent foothold on Mars. Join Ares Horizon Industries and help turn the impossible into reality.
At Ares Horizon, we don't just build rockets; we build the future. Our team is at the forefront of orbital mechanics, advanced materials science, and AI-driven propulsion diagnostics. If you thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment where your contributions define the trajectory of human exploration, we want to meet you.
Why Join Us?
- Shape the Future: Directly influence the engineering of the 2026 Mars mission architecture.
- World-Class Team: Work alongside industry veterans and brilliant minds from NASA, SpaceX, and Blue Origin.
- Competitive Compensation: Top-tier salary, equity packages, and comprehensive benefits.
- Remote-First Culture: Flexible work arrangements with state-of-the-art home-office stipends.
Responsibilities
- Lead Propulsion Architecture: Design and validate high-efficiency cryogenic propulsion systems tailored for the 2026 Mars transit window, optimizing for mass and specific impulse.
- System Integration: Collaborate with thermal control and structural engineering teams to ensure propulsion systems are robust against deep-space thermal extremes.
- Simulation & Modeling: Utilize advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA) to simulate engine performance and safety scenarios.
- Prototyping Oversight: Manage the transition of designs from CAD to physical prototypes, overseeing rigorous testing protocols in vacuum chambers.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all propulsion designs meet stringent FAA and international space agency safety standards.
- Technical Mentorship: Lead a team of junior engineers and interns, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
Qualifications
- Education: Master’s or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on Propulsion or Thermodynamics.
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in rocket propulsion development, including 3+ years in a leadership or senior engineering capacity.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, Python, and MATLAB. Experience with engines such as Rutherford, Raptor, or Merlin is highly desirable.
- Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from concept to flight readiness.
- Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent.
- Mission Focus: Strong passion for deep space exploration and a clear understanding of the challenges associated with 2026 mission timelines.