Aerodynamics Engineer Job Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Aerodynamics Engineer to join our team in designing and developing innovative turbomachinery solutions for spacecraft systems.
* Design, build, and test turbopump pumps and / or turbines for Starship propulsion systems
* Own critical turbomachinery components, as every engineer assumes profound responsibility for their hardware
* Perform the aero / hydro sizing and flow path design and analysis work for the turbopumps and other turbomachinery for spacecraft systems
* Ensure that detailed mechanical analysis is performed on all the turbopump components / systems, reviewed, and meets the required standards for life and reliability targets
* Work with designers to prepare accurate and correct models and drawings for turbopump assembly and components, ensure that these drawings are correct and manufacturable with the available processes (or develop a process to enable them)Interface with our world-class production team to ensure designs are successfully translated into flight hardware that is revolutionizing access to space
* Work with teams developing other systems (combustion devices, valves, etc.) to ensure that the turbomachinery design is optimally integrated and that risks are well balanced across the system
* Support both component and assembly testing. Be involved with defining the test configuration, the test process / execution and review the results to confirm
* Lead the resolution of issues encountered with the turbopump during development / qualification testing
* Support ongoing design improvements to turbopump assemblies and / or sub-systems including manufacturing improvements to reduce the cost and lead time of components
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Bachelor's degree in aeronautical / astronautical, aerospace, or mechanical engineering
* 3+ years of professional experience in the design of turbomachinery components
* Experience with commercial analysis (structural and fluids) software
This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and collaborate with a talented team of engineers. If you are passionate about aerodynamics and turbomachinery, we encourage you to apply.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Master's degree or higher in aeronautical / astronautical, aerospace, or mechanical engineering
* Strong understanding of turbomachinery aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and mechanical design
* Strong understanding of thermodynamics, compressible and incompressible flow, thermochemistry mechanics, and / or materials
* Hands-on experience with turbomachinery hardware build
* Experience with turbomachinery manufacturing and design of manufacturability
* Experience with turbomachinery testing and engine testing
* Professional experience using Siemens NX (Unigraphics) and ANSYS
* Understanding of engineering fundamentals and the ability to perform basic analysis
* Great attitude in the face of extreme challenges
* Experience at a nimble engineering organization or in a highly technical position that required a scrappy, entrepreneurial manner to accomplish tasks with tight time or budget constraints
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Ability to deliver against an aggressive schedule
Please note that this role requires:
* Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed to resolve critical technical or timing issues
* Ability to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights
* Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility required
* Ability to focus while working in hazardous conditions and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
* To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
* 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
* 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and are an equal opportunities employer.
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