Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Core
Designing and integrating advanced hardware, specifically aircraft engines and engine controls, for unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) and missile platforms.
Role type
Staff Propulsion Engineer (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Builds
High-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical propulsion systems for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms.
Domain
Defense / Aerospace Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Jet engine integration, thermodynamic engine cycle deck analysis, propulsion test program definition, CAD design for inlet/exhaust shaping, manufacturing methods knowledge, mechanical part design, troubleshooting propulsion anomalies
Preferred skills
NX / Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, FADEC/EMS knowledge, jet engine OEM experience, machine shop operations
Technologies
NX, Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, IADs
Responsibilities
Select, architect, and integrate aircraft engines and components; design, fabricate, and test prototype components; plan and execute propulsion system tests; coordinate with engine vendors; support CAD design for inlet/exhaust shaping; travel to test sites
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with technical authority