Senior Propulsion Engineer
Core
Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems for aircraft engines and propulsion systems on unmanned air vehicles, taking designs from concept through production.
Role type
Senior Propulsion Engineer (aircraft engines)
Builds
Propulsion systems for defense unmanned air vehicles
Domain
Defense / Aerospace propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Turboshaft/Turboprop engine design, Reciprocating engine design, Jet engine fundamentals, Piston engine fundamentals, Engine cycle deck usage, Mechanical part design, Surface lofting (CAD), Manufacturing methods (machining, composites, 3D printing)
Preferred skills
NX/Teamcenter, Jet engine testing instrumentation, Engine Management Systems (EMS), Parts procurement, Machine shop operations
Technologies
NX, Teamcenter
Responsibilities
Select and integrate aircraft engines and fuel systems, Design and fabricate prototype components, Plan and execute propulsion system tests, Coordinate with engine vendors and manage development projects, Support critical hardware demonstrations, Perform CAD design for internal aerodynamic structures
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC