Manager, Propulsion Analysis
Core
Manage a team of analysts responsible for thermal, structural, dynamic, and durability analyses of Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine (LPRE) hardware to guide design decisions and ensure performance/reliability for the Terran R rocket.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion analysis manager
Builds
Liquid Propellant Rocket Engines (Aeon-R) and subsystems for orbital launch
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / rocketry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
thermal analysis, structural analysis, dynamic analysis, durability analysis, FEA, CFD, CAD, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, risk assessment
Preferred skills
liquid propellant rocket engine hardware analysis, engine subsystems knowledge, powder bed additive manufacturing, aerospace standards
Technologies
FEA, CFD, CAD
Responsibilities
Own thermal, structural, dynamic, and durability analyses for Aeon-R engines and subsystems; Analyze 3D-printed engine components and complex mechanical assemblies for structural integrity; Partner with mechanical design and manufacturing teams to develop optimal engine solutions; Sign off on flight hardware readiness and acceptability; Make analysis-driven decisions and risk assessments aligned with company risk posture
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership