Lead Propulsion Engineer
Core
Lead a team developing cryogenic rocket propulsion systems (methane/LOX) for space and defense missions.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion engineer with team leadership
Builds
Cryogenic propulsion systems, main engines, and flight vehicle architectures
Domain
Aerospace / Rocket Propulsion
Required skills
Cryogenic propulsion system design, Bi-propellant system development, Team leadership (3+ engineers), System-level design, Risk management, Technical mentoring, Project coordination, Manufacturing integration, Test execution
Preferred skills
Methane/LOX experience, Fluid/thermal modeling (GFSSP, ROCETS, RTE, RPA), CAD (SolidWorks), CFD (ANSYS Fluent/CFX), Additive manufacturing, Python/C/C++/Matlab, RDRE designs, Turbopumps, Pressure vessel design
Technologies
GFSSP, ROCETS, RTE, RPA, Amesim, Thermal Desktop, SolidWorks, ANSYS Fluent, ANSYS CFX, Python, C, C++, Matlab
Responsibilities
Lead propulsion team in new rocket system development, Provide technical direction across design/analysis/integration/test, Align technical work with best practices, Mentor engineers on performance and career, Align strategic plans with business goals, Create cost estimates and risk assessments, Coordinate with subsystem leads, Design/analyze combustion devices and turbomachinery, Create fluid-thermal models, Review hardware drawings and component specs, Develop manufacturing instructions, Lead test plans and safety reviews
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership