Lead Propulsion Systems Engineer – Special Programs
Core
Lead propulsion system design and analysis for prototype vehicles, including engine/motor sizing, performance modeling, and propulsion-airframe integration for defense-focused rapid-prototyping efforts.
Role type
Lead IC propulsion systems engineer (defense/rapid-prototyping)
Builds
Prototype vehicles and systems for defense and advanced programs
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Hybrid-electric propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
aircraft propulsion design, performance modeling, propulsion-airframe integration, hybrid-electric architecture knowledge, technical feasibility assessment, rapid prototyping lifecycle management, technical documentation, trade studies
Preferred skills
advanced degree in propulsion engineering, experience with turbo-generator architectures
Technologies
propulsion analysis tools, performance modeling software
Responsibilities
Lead propulsion system design and analysis for prototype vehicles, support rapid prototyping from concept to flight test, own the propulsion discipline within Special Programs, conduct technical feasibility assessments of new opportunities, collaborate cross-functionally on program needs, produce technical documentation and trade studies, represent work in internal and government reviews
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical ownership