Principal Propulsion Engineer - Materials and Processes
Core
Lead material and process development for liquid rocket engines, supporting design, manufacturing, and qualification of propulsion systems for commercial, civil, and national security spaceflight.
Role type
Principal Propulsion Engineer (Materials and Processes)
Builds
Reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and propulsion systems
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Materials science / Advanced manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (specifically: engine components, materials qualification, manufacturing processes)
Required skills
Material science engineering, process development, system engineering, statistical analysis, thermomechanical property analysis, failure analysis, test plan execution, database management for test data
Preferred skills
High-temperature/high-pressure oxygen engine experience, hydrogen embrittlement mitigation, forensic analysis of rotating machinery, MMPDS standards knowledge, technology project management
Technologies
SEM, EDS, metallography, forging, casting, forming, extrusion, plating, coating, brazing, anodization, passivation, additive manufacturing, subtractive manufacturing
Responsibilities
Design and develop material and part process development and qualification efforts; review production drawings for large complex assemblies; collect and statistically analyze thermomechanical properties data; mentor M&P engineers and guide tactical and strategic program decisions; contribute to internal engineering and quality processes to standardize material evaluation.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities