Propulsion Analyst

As a Propulsion Analyst you will be responsible for performing fluid, thermal and structural analysis of propulsion components and systems while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design.

Responsibilities:

• Perform fluid, thermal, and structural analysis of propulsion components and systems
• Apply a broad skill and tool set to determine system requirements and analyze new designs
• Follow each design through verification testing and validate analytical models with test results
• Use analysis to improve and optimize each design while ensuring that it meets intent

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science
• Proficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials
• 3+ years of experience in fluid, thermal and/or structural analysis
• Experience with analysis tools such as Fluent, ANSYS, SINDA/FLUINT, etc.
• Proficient with analysis programming such as MATLAB, Excel, etc.
• Demonstrated ability and ownership of component or system analyses through the hardware validation process

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Prior experience in liquid rocket propulsion development and/or testing
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Requirements:

• Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed