Hypersonic Design Engineer
Core
Design and analyze mechanical components and systems for experimental hypersonic aero-thermal test rigs and propulsion systems.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical design engineer (hypersonics)
Builds
Experimental hypersonic propulsion systems and test rigs
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Hypersonics
Required skills
Mechanical design, 3D CAD (Siemens NX), FEA (ANSYS), thermal-structural analysis, compressible flow, GD&T, additive manufacturing (AM), DFM/DFA/DFAM
Preferred skills
High-speed aerospace propulsion industry experience, prototype manufacturing development
Technologies
Siemens NX, ANSYS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Execute design, analysis, and evaluation of hypersonic projects; develop mechanical systems from proof-of-concept to manufacturable components; perform FEA simulations to predict structural, thermal, and fluidic behavior; prepare manufacturing drawings; document and communicate solutions to multidisciplinary teams; support validation through benchtop or large-scale testing; present project progress and ideas.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC