Quantum Space, Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA +2
Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.
We are seeking an experienced and technically accomplished Mechanical Engineer III – Tank Qualification Lead to lead the design, development, qualification, and acceptance of spacecraft propellant tanks and associated pressurized fluid system hardware.
In this role, you will serve as the technical lead for tank qualification activities, driving engineering requirements, structural and pressure integrity assessments, qualification planning, test execution, and certification documentation. You will work closely with propulsion, mechanical, materials, manufacturing, quality, and systems engineering teams to ensure tank hardware meets demanding structural, pressure, environmental, and mission performance requirements.
You will play a critical role in advancing spacecraft propulsion capabilities by ensuring propellant tanks and pressure-containing hardware are designed, manufactured, tested, and qualified for their intended operating environments. This position requires strong technical expertise in pressure vessel engineering, structural mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, and qualification testing, combined with the ability to lead complex hardware development activities from design through qualification and flight readiness.
This position is ideal for an engineer who combines deep mechanical and pressure vessel engineering expertise with hands-on hardware development and test leadership experience. At the Level III level, you will independently lead tank qualification efforts, drive technical decisions within your area of responsibility, and coordinate cross-functional engineering activities to achieve program milestones.
Location: Rockville, MD; Hawthorne, CA.
Base Salary: $145,000 to $195,000, Hawthorne, CA: $150,000 to $200,000
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but are not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.
Additional Requirements
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.
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