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Senior Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Turbine Engine Integration)

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)💼 Full-time💰 $166,000–$166,000🗓 2026-08-25 → 2026-09-27

Core

Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems for aircraft engines and propulsion systems on unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) and missile platforms.

Role type

Senior IC propulsion engineer (air vehicle 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 fundamentals, thermodynamic cycles, complex mechanical part design, structural component design, surface lofting, 3D CAD, engine testing, manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding)

Preferred skills

NX / Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, IADs, jet engine testing practices, instrumentation, data processing, FADEC / Engine Management Systems (EMS), parts procurement, machine shop safety

Technologies

NX, Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, IADs

Responsibilities

Select, architect, and integrate aircraft engines, engine components, and engine controls; Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems; Plan, instrument, and execute tests of aircraft propulsion systems; Coordinate with engine vendors and manage development projects; Lead or support critical hardware demonstrations with customers; Support CAD design for inlet / exhaust shaping, surfaces and structures

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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