Senior Propulsion Engineer – Fluid Systems

Senior Propulsion Engineer – Fluid Systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or related field, over 4 – 9 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to address project challenges
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet tight deadlines and quality objectives
• Highly desired experience in spacecraft propulsion system design, analysis principles, tools, and processes
• 3D modeling software knowledge, such as SolidWorks is preferred
• Analysis software knowledge, such as ANSYS, Easy5, Fluent, GFSSP, NASTRAN, ROCCID, ROCETS preferred
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python or MATLAB is preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, development and maturation of propulsion fluid systems, including feedlines, regulators, valves, tanks and pressurization systems
• Utilize modeling and simulation tools to evaluate system performance, fluid dynamics, thermal effects, and transient behaviors
• Perform detailed sizing and selection of propulsion system components, ensuring compatibility with performance, thermal, and structural constraints
• Evaluate and select materials with compatibility in oxygen-rich environments, ensuring resistance to ignition, combustion, and degradation under operational conditions
• Drive and support propulsion system and fluid component testing to anchor analytical models, validate simulations, and refine system performance predictions
• Define, coordinate and control the functional and physical interfaces between the propulsion system and the vehicle
• Define, plan, and execute system and component-level tests, including development, qualification, and acceptance tests
• Coordinate and manage technical requirements, design verification activities, and schedules with external vendors
• Lead and participate in internal and external design reviews, ensuring compliance with system requirements and project milestones
• Collaborate with avionics, structures, thermal, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful integration of propulsion fluid systems
• Work closely with the engine team to ensure fluid system design aligns with engine performance requirements
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• 3D modeling software knowledge, such as SolidWorks is preferred
• Analysis software knowledge, such as ANSYS, Easy5, Fluent, GFSSP, NASTRAN, ROCCID, ROCETS preferred
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python or MATLAB is preferred