Turbomachinery Mechanical Design Engineer
Core
Design and develop rocket engine turbopump components (pumps, turbine rotors, casings, seals, bearings) for advanced aerospike engines operating under extreme thermomechanical conditions.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Turbomachinery)
Builds
Critical subsystems for next-generation liquid rocket engines and advanced propulsion systems.
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Turbomachinery
Required skills
3D CAD design (Siemens NX), GD&T, thermomechanical loading analysis, rotor dynamics, DfM for additive manufacturing, stress analysis, PLM tools (Teamcenter)
Preferred skills
FEM tools (Ansys, Abaqus), Python/MATLAB automation, bearing and seal design, combustion systems knowledge, aerospace standards for rotating components
Technologies
Siemens NX, Teamcenter, Ansys, Abaqus, Python, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Design turbopump components and subsystems; create detailed 3D models and technical drawings; prepare design justifications and assembly procedures; collaborate with fluidic engineers on design iteration; work with suppliers on DfM compliance; analyze test data to validate structural performance.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC