About Pangea Propulsion

Pangea Propulsion develops advanced propulsion systems for space industry applications. The organization emphasizes high efficiency, sustainability, and reusability while aiming to provide competitive performance-to-cost ratios. The company has achieved recognition for testing the world's first 3D-printed Methalox Aerospike engine.

The Role

This leadership position involves overseeing the combustion devices team while directing thrust chamber development for multiple engine programs, including the Arcos aerospike and Kronos full-flow staged combustion engines.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct team operations focused on design and optimization of thrust chambers

• Ensure designs satisfy performance, reliability, and safety specifications

• Coordinate across Systems, Mechanical, and Test departments

• Manage project schedules, resources, and expenditures

• Oversee testing and validation initiatives

• Document all design activities thoroughly

• Maintain compliance with applicable standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

• Minimum 3 years in thrust chamber or rocket engine development

• Team leadership experience demonstrated

• Advanced proficiency with simulation tools (CFD, FEA analysis)

• Knowledge of liquid rocket engine systems and aerospike technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in relevant engineering field

• Background with European space propulsion initiatives

• Understanding of cryogenic propellant handling

• Fluency in English; Spanish/French proficiency valued

• Experience mentoring junior engineers