Senior Manager, Fluid Systems Design
Core
Lead design team translating architecture choices for propulsion, TCS and ECLSS systems into vehicle packaging for future Haven modules.
Role type
Senior Manager, Fluid Systems Design
Builds
Human-rated space station modules (Haven)
Domain
Aerospace / Space Infrastructure
Required skills
Fluid system design, Pressure vessels, Tubing routings, Mechanical fluid seals, Control valves, Fans, Filters, Ducting systems, High-pressure fluid systems, Fracture criticality, P&IDs, Feed system ConOps, Design reviews (CDR/PDR), Risk management, Cross-functional communication
Preferred skills
In-house design team capability, Mission operations, HITL test environments, Startup environment, Electric propulsion interfaces, Tubing assembly, Fracture mechanics, Composite overwrap pressure vessel certification
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Lead design team translating architecture choices for propulsion, TCS and ECLSS systems into vehicle packaging for future Haven modules. Own component-level design practices for propulsion, TCS and ECLSS. Develop process tools to streamline design activities. Lead team of designers across the fluid systems engineering team. Interface with structures design team on overall vehicle integration. Collaborate with the fluid system analysis team on structural, fracture, and dynamics requirements. Partner with the fluid system test team to design ground support equipment. Build and mentor a team of design engineers. Drive communication and collaboration between fluid systems design, structures, and operations. Support risk management, CDR/dCDR action item tracking, and lessons-learned capture. Partner with information systems team on design tool development. Manage technical interfaces with external partners and government agencies. Coordinate with external research partners on advanced system development.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities