Sr. Launch Engineer, Stage 0 Propellant Generation (Starship)
Core
Design, build, and maintain cryogenic propellant processing and generation systems for Starship launch, landing, and test sites.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical/fluids engineer (cryogenic systems)
Builds
Cryogenic propellant generation systems and fluid infrastructure for rocket launches
Domain
Aerospace / Cryogenic Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
System-level process design, pressurized fluid analysis, thermal analysis, structural engineering, materials selection, CAD (NX), ASME piping design, instrumentation, testing, data analysis, high-pressure system design, cryogenic fluid operations, fabrication techniques (welding, machining)
Preferred skills
Finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, quick problem-solving in time-critical situations, ability to work in extreme outdoor environments, heavy lifting, working at elevated heights
Technologies
NX, ASME standards
Responsibilities
Analyze, design, and build systems supporting critical rocket launches; own projects from design review to construction; troubleshoot equipment and iterate maintenance strategies; work directly with technicians to build designs and fix field problems; verify designs with hand calculations or simulation; respond to emergencies and support priority missions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC