Engineering – Propulsion
Propulsion Engineers design, analyze, and optimize engines and thrusters that power aircraft and spacecraft. They work on everything from jet and turbofan engines to rocket motors and advanced green propulsion systems.
6 leveled profiles. Pick a level to see the full profile.
Individual contributor
P1Entry
Follows instructions on basic propulsion design and analysis tasks.
P2Developing
Independently performs routine analyses and contributes to subsystem designs.
P3Proficient
Takes full responsibility for design and analysis of moderate components.
P4Advanced/Mastery
Leads major propulsion projects or subsystems.
P5Expert
Functions as subject-matter expert in a specialty.
P6Principal/Authority
Acts as a technical authority across programs.