Manager, Propulsion (Systems & Components) (R5087)
Core
Lead propulsion subsystem and component development for the X-BAT vehicle, a fighter-class aircraft powered by an afterburning jet engine.
Role type
Manager, Propulsion Systems & Components
Builds
Flight-critical propulsion hardware including valves, ducting, thermal systems, bleed air systems, and integrated mechanical components for the X-BAT vehicle.
Domain
Defense / Aerospace Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, aerospace propulsion fundamentals, structural integration, thermal/mechanical design constraints, hardware development, team leadership, cross-functional coordination, supplier management
Preferred skills
Propulsion subsystem design (valves, bleed air, oil systems, ducting), high-temperature materials, flow path optimization, turbomachinery, test-driven development, M.S./Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering
Technologies
Siemens NX, Teamcenter, ANSYS, FEA, GFSSP, REFPROP
Responsibilities
Lead propulsion subsystem and component development from concept through flight operations; Mentor propulsion engineers on hardware design, integration, and testing; Drive component-level architecture decisions balancing mass, thermal capability, and structural integrity; Guide teams through high-temperature, high-pressure, and high-vibration environments; Coordinate cross-functional alignment between design, manufacturing, supply chain, and test teams; Support technical reviews and root cause investigations; Manage supplier activities and technical deliverables.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on technical leadership