Propulsion Thermal Analyst (Raptor Combustion Devices)
Core
Ensuring thermal reliability of Raptor combustion components subject to extreme environments from liftoff to landing through analysis, design, and testing.
Role type
Propulsion Thermal Analyst (Raptor Combustion Devices)
Builds
Raptor rocket engine hardware for Starship
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Rocket engine thermal systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
thermal analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), first principles modeling, 0-D and 1-D thermal/fluid networks, hand calculations, model validation/verification
Preferred skills
Thermal Desktop, ANSYS Workbench, rocket engine design, automotive engine design, complex static fluid systems
Technologies
FEA software, Thermal Desktop, ANSYS Workbench
Responsibilities
Conduct and document thermal analyses using FEA and first principles to inform design decisions; Own thermal design of Raptor hardware from high-level analysis to validation with ground tests and flight data; Collaborate with cross-disciplinary engineers to develop hardware meeting engine and vehicle objectives; Perform model validation/verification ensuring predictions match test data; Support design, manufacturing, and reliability improvements for the engine.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC