Director, Fluid Systems Analysis
Core
Lead fluid systems analysis for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations, focusing on propulsion, thermal, and microgravity fluid behavior.
Role type
Director, Fluid Systems Analysis
Builds
Artificial-gravity human-rated space stations (Haven Station)
Domain
Aerospace engineering, space station systems, fluid dynamics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Structural analysis (FEA, stress, load cases), Thermo-fluid analysis (CFD, 1-D modeling), Team management (hiring, mentoring), Multiphase fluid dynamics, Propellant management, Slosh modeling, High-pressure gas systems, Transient fluid dynamics, Rocket engine combustion analysis
Preferred skills
Human spaceflight hardware design, Thermo-mechanical fatigue analysis, Fracture analysis, Spectrum loading fatigue analysis, Liquid/gas rocket engine combustion devices, RCS design
Technologies
FEA tools, CFD tools, 1-D system modeling tools
Responsibilities
Manage and lead a team of Propulsion and Thermal analysts; Set standards for analysis methods and documentation; Create and maintain FEA models of propulsion components; Define and review critical loads and load cases; Oversee multiphase propellant feed system and microgravity fluid behavior modeling; Guide high-pressure gas system analysis and transient flow behavior studies; Integrate simulation results with ground and flight test data; Present technical findings at design reviews and contribute to NASA certification processes; Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with management responsibilities