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Propulsion Mechanical Design Engineer

San Luis Obispo, CA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-04-20 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design and develop high-performance small turbine engine components and subsystems for scalable, high-rate manufacturing in autonomous defense platforms.

Role type

Mechanical Design Engineer (Propulsion)

Builds

Turbojet engine components and subsystems for defense platforms

Domain

Defense / Aerospace Propulsion

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Turbojet engine design, CAD (Siemens NX), CFD, FEA, 3D modeling, 2D drawing, prototyping, testing, structures, materials, manufacturing processes, ASME Y14.5 tolerance control, PLM (Teamcenter)

Preferred skills

Turbomachinery design, small turbine engine development, air-breathing propulsion systems, high-rate manufacturing, DFM principles, advanced materials (composites, high-temp alloys), test rig design, defense/aerospace regulations

Technologies

Siemens NX, Teamcenter, CFD, FEA

Responsibilities

Design turbojet engine components and subsystems; Participate in concept generation, trade studies, prototyping, and testing; Engage with test teams to validate hardware; Collaborate with fabrication, machining, and engineering teams

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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