Principal Propulsion Engineer (Fluid Systems)
Core
Lead the selection, design, analysis, and testing of fluid systems for launch vehicles, including pressurization, feed, and engine fluid systems.
Role type
Principal Propulsion Engineer (Fluid Systems)
Builds
Launch vehicles and propulsion systems
Domain
Aerospace / Propulsion
Required skills
Fluid system design and analysis, R&D project leadership, FEA and CFD simulation, CAD design, Team leadership, Cryogenic system design, Failure investigation
Preferred skills
Australian Standards for high-pressure systems, ECSS/NASA standards knowledge, End-to-end launch vehicle development
Technologies
ANSYS, NASTRAN, ABAQUS, NX, Teamcenter
Responsibilities
Lead selection, design, analysis, and testing of fluid systems; Lead R&D projects from concept to completion; Review and approve fluid system designs; Support testing and failure investigations; Set and maintain design standards; Support launch preparations; Mentor junior engineers
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship