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Propulsion Engineer

A Propulsion Engineer develops and tests systems that drive vehicles like aircraft and rockets, focusing on improving performance and efficiency.

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Propulsion Engineer careers

A Propulsion Engineer designs and develops systems that drive and propel vehicles, such as aircraft, rockets, or spacecraft. You might work in aerospace companies, defence organisations, or research institutions. Propulsion Engineers focus on improving engine performance, fuel efficiency, and overall propulsion technologies. You’ll conduct tests, analyse performance data, and develop innovative solutions to advance propulsion systems.

Propulsion Engineers play a critical role in advancing vehicle and spacecraft technology. You’ll need to be skilled in engineering principles, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the reliability and effectiveness of propulsion systems, contributing to advancements in aerospace and defence technology.