STUDENT-LAUNCHED • ENGINEERED TO FLY
We’re a student team designing and testing liquid rocket engines and launch systems. From pressure‑fed V1 to pump‑fed V2, we iterate fast, test often, and fly higher.
The Drexel Rocket Team is a student-led initiative dedicated to designing and developing the most advanced collegiate rocket technology. By advancing liquid propulsion systems, we aim to push the boundaries of what is possible at the university level and ultimately become the first school to cross the Kármán line using liquid propulsion.
In addition to developing flight hardware, the Drexel Rocket Team emphasizes research and development practices aligned with industry standards, allowing students to gain valuable, hands-on experience that directly translates to professional careers. Our program exposes members to cutting-edge R&D methodologies, preparing them to contribute to some of the most advanced engineering efforts in the aerospace industry.
V1 is a pressure-fed, bi-propellant engine utilizing E85 and Nitrous Oxide (N2O). Designed for reliability and modular testing, V1 serves as a platform to validate plumbing, controls, and ignition systems.
V2 will be a pump-fed engine running on an expander cycle with regenerative cooling and film cooling. It targets between 1,000 and 3,000 lbf of thrust, making it one of the most ambitious student-built liquid engines.
Leads overall architecture, propulsion R&D, and oversees all development and testing phases.
Responsible for avionics, electrical systems integration, and control software development.
Focuses on structural design, propulsion engineering, mechanical integration, and engine assembly.
Supports propulsion development and analysis.
Will coordinate logistics, documentation, and test operations as the team grows.
We recruit builders across disciplines. Tell us what you want to own, and we’ll hand you a problem worth solving.