Propulsion Engineer, Fleet Support (R5005)
Core
Senior Propulsion Engineer serving as the SME for Fleet Support, diagnosing escalated propulsion issues for fielded aircraft fleets and driving root cause analysis to improve reliability.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion engineer (fleet support)
Builds
V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft fleets
Domain
Defense technology / Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) / Propulsion
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
engine systems troubleshooting, fuel and oil system analysis, mechanical root-cause analysis, flight data analysis, vibration analysis, thermal behavior analysis, hardware failure investigation
Preferred skills
heavy-fuel propulsion systems, expeditionary/maritime system support, corrective action processes, supplier-quality coordination
Technologies
V-BAT, X-BAT, Hivemind autonomy software
Responsibilities
Diagnose and resolve engine performance issues (hard starts, power loss, thermal excursions), troubleshoot mechanical/hardware issues (vibration, leaks, actuator concerns), analyze flight data and maintenance records to identify failure modes, develop troubleshooting procedures and repair guidance, partner with cross-functional teams to drive permanent corrective actions, capture recurring fleet issues for design improvements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC