Mechanical Engineer III - Design
Core
Design and analyze solid rocket motor systems, actuators, valves, and thrusters for defense and space applications.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (propulsion systems)
Builds
Solid rocket motor systems, hot gas valves, thrusters, and actuator designs
Domain
Defense, national security, space technology, propulsion
Required skills
mechanical design, stress analysis, CFD simulation, structural analysis, thermal analysis, GD&T, CAD modeling, additive manufacturing, welding, material characterization, systems engineering, risk management
Preferred skills
rocket motor design and testing, Master of Science in mechanical/aerospace engineering, DoD Top Secret SCI clearance
Technologies
CFD software, CAD tools, GD&T symbols
Responsibilities
Generate basic actuator designs, analyze igniter performance, develop pressure vessel designs, perform trade studies, create 3D models and technical drawings, interpret simulation results, analyze ceramic and metal properties, plan manufacturing processes, perform mass calculations, develop program plans
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC