Senior Propulsion Development Engineer, Test Stand
Core
Lead hands-on design and build of ground systems and facility infrastructure for a new propulsion test stand, focusing on hypergolic propellant feed systems, fluid plumbing, and structural hardware.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion development engineer (test stand)
Builds
Ground support equipment (GSE), fluid system plumbing, structural hardware, and facility infrastructure for a propulsion test stand
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Defense / Hypergolic propellant handling
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical design, fluid system design, CAD (NX/SolidWorks), P&ID development, pressure system analysis (FEA), vendor qualification, fabrication oversight, safety compliance (OSHA/NFPA/DoD)
Preferred skills
Hypergolic propellant system design, structural analysis for test stands, hazardous chemical permitting, instrumentation interfaces, cleaning/passivation protocols
Technologies
NX, SolidWorks, ASME B31.3, FEA tools
Responsibilities
Lead detailed mechanical design of hypergolic propellant feed systems and storage vessels; Select fluid system components compatible with toxic propellants; Design test stand structures and thrust measurement interfaces; Develop fabrication packages and oversee vendor qualification; Lead mechanical commissioning and acceptance testing; Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC