CareerPlan

Performance Specialist Engineer

IndianapolisFull-time$114k2026-07-30 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid · United StatesNo visa sponsorshipUnited States citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Perform power and propulsion cycle analyses and performance predictions using computer simulations to satisfy system requirements for power and propulsion systems.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical systems engineer (propulsion)

Builds

Power and propulsion systems, cycle and system level performance optimizations

Domain

Aerospace propulsion, thermodynamics, gas dynamics

Required skills

thermodynamics, gas dynamics, fluid mechanics, engine design, NPSS modeling, computer programming, statistical software visualization, robust design techniques

Preferred skills

multi-discipline engineering concepts (manufacturing, aerodynamics, thermal/mechanical analysis), object-oriented simulation of gas turbine cycles and hybrid electric systems, preliminary design analysis, statistical software tools

Technologies

NPSS, computer programming languages, statistical software tools

Responsibilities

Perform power and propulsion cycle analyses and performance predictions; exercise NPSS models and train others; understand system level issues related to power and propulsion designs; create innovative solutions for power conversion and aircraft propulsion; influence thermodynamic system cycles for optimization; support propulsion systems performance testing and publish technical reports; present performance conclusions to customers and stakeholders

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC