Propulsion Engineer, Stage Systems (Starship)
Core
Develops fluid systems, design, operation, and performance for stage propulsion systems on the Starship launch vehicle to enable interplanetary travel.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion engineer (stage systems)
Builds
Starship launch vehicle stage propulsion systems
Domain
Aerospace / Propulsion
Required skills
thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, statics, mechanics of materials, pressurized fluid systems, rocket propulsion testing, launch operations, control systems, hardware fabrication, Python, MATLAB
Preferred skills
Master's degree in engineering, cryogenic systems, aerospace instrumentation, integrated vehicle pad operations
Technologies
Python, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain top-level requirements and system design for stage propulsion; generate stage control system timing and mission design; support production, test, and launch operations; review and approve stage system checkouts and launch procedures; validate flight vehicle performance and lead anomaly resolutions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC