Software Engineer, Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis
Core
Develop physics models and data analysis tools for the Raptor rocket engine to predict performance, guide design, and support flight operations.
Role type
Propulsion simulation and data analysis engineer
Builds
Accurate thermofluid physics models, engine cycle analysis tools, and performance prediction software for the Raptor engine
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Rocket engine thermofluids
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Thermofluid physics modeling, engine cycle analysis, anomaly resolution, statistical analysis, simulation integration, tool development, automation, data visualization, manufacturing process analysis, GNC software validation
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None explicitly named
Responsibilities
Maintain and improve the accuracy of the lumped-parameter thermofluid physics model of the Raptor engine; Conduct engine cycle analysis to steer future-state engine design and thrust upgrades; Conduct anomaly resolution utilizing the engine model and sparse instrumentation; Develop a detailed understanding of the physics underlying rocket engine performance, sources of performance variability, as well as related modeling and measurement techniques; Maintain and improve the accuracy of the representation of the Raptor engine used in integrated vehicle simulations, control software validation and flight Monte Carlo analysis; Develop tools and portals to understand the sources of engine performance variability and enact improvements to manufacturing and engine hardware design; Automate processes and software tools that are used to predict test performance and generate flight performance predictions for GNC (guidance, navigation, and control) and flight software