Rocket Propulsion Design Engineer
| Posting date: | 27 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | None |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 January 2026 |
| Location: | Cheltenham, GL51 6BS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Expert Employment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2190 |
Summary
Seeking a skilled Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineer to design fluid system components, including electro-mechanical valves. Responsibilities include crafting assembly procedures, generating design documents using CAD and finite element analysis, and ensuring a commitment to safety in on-site activities. Collaboration on related projects, such as propulsion systems and rocket engine developments, is essential.
Requirements
Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering (2:1 standard).
Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in the space industry.
Proven CAD experience: structural analysis skills advantageous.
Familiarity with fluid system test rig design, instrumentation, and LabView is a plus.
Knowledge of aerospace or space product design, manufacture, and testing.
Familiarity with mechanical hardware and test equipment.