Ground Systems Fluids/Mechanical Design Engineer | Mid - Senior Level
Core
Design and develop fluid and mechanical systems for ground test facilities supporting rocket engine and vehicle testing across the full system lifecycle.
Role type
Mid-Senior IC mechanical/fluid systems design engineer
Builds
High-pressure gas, cryogenic, and propellant fluid systems; mechanical test fixtures and structural supports for test stands
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and ground test infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
fluid mechanics, structural analysis, system integration, piping system design, component selection (valves, regulators, pumps), engineering drawing interpretation, P&ID creation, ASME code compliance, hazard assessment
Preferred skills
PTC Creo/ProEngineer, ProPiping, AutoCAD Plant/P&ID, Windchill, pipe stress analysis (Bentley AutoPipe, CAESAR II), fluid system simulation (AFT Arrow/Fathom), static/non-linear FEA (ANSYS), IEST cleanliness standards, propellant handling, HAZOP/FMEA methodologies
Technologies
PTC Creo, ProEngineer, ProPiping, AutoCAD Plant, Windchill, Bentley AutoPipe, CAESAR II, AFT Arrow, AFT Fathom, ANSYS
Responsibilities
Design fluid and mechanical systems for ground test facilities; develop engineering deliverables (P&IDs, models, drawings, eBOMs); apply fluid mechanics and structural analysis to high-pressure/cryogenic systems; design mechanical test fixtures; support hazard assessments (PHA, HAZOPs); participate in design reviews and PAR readiness; coordinate with suppliers on technical requirements; support proof testing and cleaning to IEST standards; apply ASME standards; provide on-site support for fabrication and installation; identify technical and schedule risks; maintain configuration management in Windchill
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC