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Mechanical/Fluids Engineer | Mid - Senior Level

Huntsville, AL, US💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-27 → 2026-09-26

Core

Designing high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems, mechanical test fixtures, and structural supports for rocket engine test stands and space flight vehicles.

Role type

Senior Mechanical/Fluids Engineer (Test Systems)

Builds

Test facilities, fluid system architectures, and structural supports for reusable suborbital rocket systems.

Domain

Aerospace engineering, rocket propulsion testing, cryogenics.

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

fluid analysis, piping design, process component selection, fluid system architecture, HAZOP analysis, supplier management, project planning, mentoring

Preferred skills

AutoCAD, Thermal Desktop, ProEngineer/Creo, Windchill, ProPiping, test facility operations

Technologies

Bentley AutoPipe, CAESAR, AFT Arrow/Fathom, ASME B31.3, ASME BPVC codes

Responsibilities

Lead design of high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems; design mechanical test fixtures and structural supports; conduct Process Hazard Analysis (HAZOP); manage suppliers for cost, schedule, and technical requirements; provide support during fabrication, installation, and start-up; prepare project plans with budget and schedule; coordinate with customers to refine scope; mentor engineers and perform peer reviews.

Seniority

Mid-Senior Level (Level III/Level II)

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