Staff Propulsion Analyst, Engine Performance
Core
Analytical backbone for propulsion development, building high-fidelity models of thruster systems to optimize hardware before construction.
Role type
Staff propulsion analyst (engine performance)
Builds
High-fidelity 1D engine cycle models, injector sizing tools, combustion stability assessments, and thermal-fluid models for in-space propulsion systems.
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Liquid rocket engines
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Engine balance and cycle modeling, Injector design and sizing, Combustion instability assessment, CFD for combustion dynamics, Conjugate heat transfer analysis, 2-phase fluid modeling, Parametric tool development, Technical mentorship
Preferred skills
Advanced degrees in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with analysis focus
Technologies
ROCETS, Sinda/Fluint, GFSSP, Ansys Fluent, Reacting Flow
Responsibilities
Own engine balance and cycle modeling; Lead injector analysis and sizing; Assess and mitigate combustion instability; Apply CFD to combustion dynamics; Develop thrust chamber thermal-fluid models; Partner with designers and suppliers; Build lightweight design tools; Define and execute evolutionary analysis plans; Establish analytical best practices; Mentor and cross-train team members
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship