Propulsion Engineer
Core
Develop and evaluate cutting-edge propulsion technologies and systems for high-priority space missions, including solid rocket motors, rocket engines, and hypersonic systems.
Role type
Senior Member of Technical Staff / Engineering Specialist (Propulsion Engineering)
Builds
Propulsion systems for government and commercial space applications
Domain
Aerospace propulsion, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, solid rocket motors
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Propulsion system design and evaluation, Solid rocket motor engineering, Rocket engine testing, Hypersonic systems knowledge, Fluid dynamics analysis, Thermodynamics application, Hardware risk assessment, Test execution and data analysis, Independent technical analysis, Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Preferred skills
Secret-level security clearance, PhD in STEM, Subsonic/supersonic combustion expertise, Turbomachinery knowledge, Rotordynamics experience, Thermal-fluid testing, Python programming, MATLAB programming, Spectral analysis tools, Digital engineering techniques
Technologies
Python, MATLAB, Spectral analysis software
Responsibilities
Develop and apply tools to assess propulsion system performance in ground test and flight, Identify and mitigate hardware and operational risks, Provide real-time support for customer tests and anomaly resolution, Participate in multidisciplinary technical reviews and flight readiness assessments, Assist with propulsion laboratory experimental efforts and design upgrades, Prepare reports and presentations for program offices and government personnel
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory capabilities