Propulsion Engineer I - Ground Fluids
Core
Design, build, and operate ground fluid systems for spacecraft fueling, testing, and launch preparation.
Role type
Junior IC propulsion engineer (ground fluids)
Builds
Ground fluid systems for Varda spacecraft programs
Domain
Aerospace / Propulsion / Ground Support Equipment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Propulsion fluid system definition, design, build, and test; Fluid system hardware (pressurized components, tubing, fittings, seals, valves, instrumentation); Operational procedures authoring and execution; Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs); CAD tools; PLM software
Preferred skills
Spacecraft-grade propellants handling; Fluid system manufacturing processes and installation; 91-710 range safety requirements
Technologies
CAD tools, PLM software
Responsibilities
Contribute to architecture, design, fabrication, and operation of ground fluid systems; Execute propellant loading operations; Support development of propellant handling processes; Author and execute operational procedures for ground test and flight campaigns; Develop and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs); Work cross-functionally with propulsion, systems, and operations teams
Seniority
Junior, entry-level IC