Propulsion Analyst II – Thermal & Fluids

Propulsion Analyst II – Thermal & Fluids

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering field
• 2+ years relevant experience conducting fluids analysis
• Experience with CFD tools such as ANSYS Fluent, CFX, STAR-CCM+, or similar
• Experience applying engineering first principles thermodynamic, heat transfer, and fluid flow first principles
• Experience communicating and explaining complex technical information to teammates and leadership

Responsibilities

• Directly contribute to the design and qualification of the Aeon-R and RVac combustion devices hardware from concept to detailed design and test
• Use deep experience in fluid flows and analysis to aid design teams in developing high performing injectors, thrust chambers, igniters, and heat exchangers
• Utilize expertise to identify appropriate analytical methods, anchor models to test data, and work closely with designers to inform design paths and validate requirement compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a science or engineering field
• A strong commitment to accountability, collaboration, and execution
• An authentic, introspective, and inclusive mindset towards technical, interpersonal, and team growth & development
• Relevant experience in a rocket engine development and/or test environment
• Working knowledge of engine subsystems, such as combustion devices
• Knowledge of structural failure mechanisms, and fatigue and fracture mechanics
• Experience interfacing with manufacturing and production personnel to produce high-quality manufacturable hardware
• Experience working with powder bed additive manufacturing and automation techniques