Propulsion Engineer (SRM - Certification & Qualification)

About the role

Imagine joining a propulsion team where your work directly shapes the certification and qualification of solid rocket motors for advanced aerospace applications. As a Propulsion Engineer you will take ownership of the design and technical certification process for our propulsion systems, ensuring full compliance with MIL and STANAG requirements. You’ll work at the intersection of design, analysis, and testing, driving the qualification of rocket motors from concept through certification. This role combines design, data analysis, and standards interpretations.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You´ll Do

• Perform design, analysis, and development of rocket motor and pyrotechnic articles
• Perform in depth data and performance analysis with focus on iterative design and improvement
• Support the design for qualification and certification of rocket motors in accordance with MIL-STD and STANAG standards
• Interpret certification requirements and translate them into engineering and test specifications
• Prepare technical reports, qualification matrices, and compliance documentation in line with military and aerospace standards
• Define and execute qualification and verification test plans, including functional, vibration, thermal, and pressure testing
• Perform risk analysis such as FMEA/ FMECA
• Work closely with design engineers on motor hardware design, insulation, and igniter integration to ensure certifiability from the start
• Support failure investigations, root cause analyses, and updates to design or test procedures to maintain compliance
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to align design validation and certification timelines