Support the design and development of propulsion control hardware in a growth-focused aerospace company.
Posted by employer 3 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Support the design of propulsion components
- Build CAD models and detailed drawings
- Perform hand calculations and basic analysis
- Assist with analytical and CFD studies
- Work with test and manufacturing teams
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering
- 0 to 2 years of engineering experience
- Working knowledge of fluid dynamics
- Proficiency in 3D CAD
- Strong analytical skills
Nice to have
- Coursework in fluid mechanics
- Exposure to CFD tools
- Internship experience in aerospace
- Familiarity with engineering drawings
Practical constraints
- Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR
Requirements
- Experience
- 0–2 years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Joblaze summary
The Junior Propulsion Component Engineer at Amca plays a crucial role in supporting the design and development of propulsion control hardware, focusing on components like valves and actuators. This entry-level position requires proficiency in 3D CAD software and a foundational understanding of fluid dynamics and hydraulics. Ideal candidates are recent graduates or those with limited experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering, eager to learn and grow within a collaborative environment. The role offers exposure to various engineering disciplines and the chance to contribute to critical aerospace and defense projects.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 28, 2026. Last confirmed on Amca's careers page November 11, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,000).
- Starts above 56% of 158 comparable junior other roles in United States we track (median $90,000 across 62 companies).
- CAD appears in 2.8% of 509 comparable junior other roles in United States; CFD appears in 0.4% of 509 comparable junior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Junior Propulsion Component Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in El Segundo, CA.
- What's the salary range?
- Amca lists $100,000–$130,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- 0–2 years of relevant experience for this Junior Propulsion Component Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- Amca is hiring for this position in El Segundo, CA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: ANSYS Fluent, CAD, CFD, fluid dynamics, hydraulics, pneumatics.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Amca targets junior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Junior Propulsion Component Engineer role at Amca.
From the original posting
There was a time when all of America believed that the future of the physical world could be radically different. The engineers of the mid-1900s put a man on the moon in eight years, designed and built planes and submarines from scratch in under three, and conceived of building things we wouldn’t even be able to dream up today.
Overview
The Junior Propulsion Component Engineer supports the design and development of Amca's propulsion control hardware under the direction of senior engineers. You will contribute to the design of valves, regulators, actuators, and manifolds, run analysis, and produce drawings and models. This is an entry-level design role built to grow an engineer into an independent contributor on propulsion component programs.
Responsibilities
Design Support
- Support the design of propulsion components and assemblies under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Build CAD models and detailed drawings, applying GD&T under review.
- Perform hand calculations and basic analysis for flow, pressure drop, and sizing.
Analysis and Documentation
- Assist with analytical and CFD studies and help reduce results into usable design guidance.
- Draft portions of requirements documents, interface control documents, and technical data packages.
- Maintain design files and support configuration management.
Collaboration and Development
- Work with test and manufacturing teams to understand build and qualification feedback.
- Support troubleshooting and data collection on design and field issues.
- Build propulsion component design fundamentals through mentorship and design reviews.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 0 to 2 years of engineering experience, including internships or co-ops.
- Working knowledge of fluid dynamics, hydraulics, or pneumatics fundamentals.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (Creo, SolidWorks, or NX) and a working understanding of GD&T.
- Strong analytical skills and a willingness to learn on complex hardware.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or project experience in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, or fluid power.
- Exposure to CFD tools such as ANSYS Fluent.
- Internship or project experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability hardware.
- Familiarity with engineering drawings and technical data packages.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3).
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