Hybrid Propulsion Engineer – SRM, Certification & Qualification

at Destinus

• Job title: Propulsion Engineer – SRM, Certification & Qualification
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Payerne, Switzerland

About the role

• Propulsion Engineer managing design and technical certification of rocket motors at Destinus. Join a disruptive aerospace company transforming the defense industry with innovative technologies.

Responsibilities

• **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.

Requirements

• **What You’ll Need**
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Propulsion Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in rocket motor design and certification.
• In-depth knowledge of design for MIL-STD, STANAG, or equivalent aerospace qualification standards.
• Previous experience qualifying rocket motors or ignition safe and arm devices according to NATO standards.
• In-depth knowledge on risk analysis, FMEA or similar.
• Hands-on experience with static firing tests, propellant handling, or motor integration.
• Familiarity with pressure vessel design and combustion analysis is a plus.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills. Able to interpret data, write clear test reports, and maintain compliance records.
• Comfortable working across disciplines. Mechanical, thermal, materials, and systems engineering.
• Willingness to travel to different Destinus sites in Switzerland (max. 20%).
• Fluency in English.

Benefits

• **Why Join Us?**
• **✨ The Thrill of the Future – Work on cutting-edge projects that redefine aerospace.** ✨ Global Innovation Hub – Collaborate with top engineers from all over the world.** ✨ Fast-Paced & High-Growth – Experience the rush of working in a rapidly expanding company.** ✨ Real Impact – Your work won’t be theoretical—it will shape the future of flight.**