Ground Systems Environmental Control Systems Engineer
Core
Design, analyze, and test environmental control systems (ECS) for rocket vehicle compartments to thermally condition, purge, and inert spaces using conditioned air or gaseous nitrogen.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical/aerospace systems engineer (ground support equipment)
Builds
Launch infrastructure and ground support equipment for New Glenn reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle
Domain
Aerospace / Thermal & Fluid Systems Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
thermodynamics, psychrometrics, fluid dynamics, HVAC system design, thermal analysis, fluid network modeling, 3D CAD modeling, P&ID creation, system integration, test procedure development
Preferred skills
GN2 inerting strategies, cryogenic environment management, oxygen deficiency hazard analysis, ASHRAE/ASME/NFPA code compliance, data acquisition instrumentation, semiconductor/industrial GSE experience
Technologies
AFT Fathom/Arrow, GFSSP, EES, Sinda/Fluint, Thermal Desktop, Creo, SolidWorks
Responsibilities
Design ECS from concept through release including ducting networks and controls; perform thermal and fluid analyses to characterize heat loads and condensation risks; develop and size components like heat exchangers, chillers, and blowers; create engineering artifacts including schematics and test procedures; define GN2 inerting strategies; collaborate with vehicle design and safety teams; support system-level testing and data analysis.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC