Lead Propulsion Engineer

Required

• B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or similar engineering degree
• Hold 10+ years of relevant experience in rocket propulsion system development, with 5+ years in cryogenic systems (Methane and LOX preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate a technical team of 3 or more engineers in a multi-year project, driving propulsion system development and test
• Demonstrated decision making with informed risk to properly balance quality, cost, and schedule across a project that includes non-propulsion subsystems
• Successful experience in a role requiring people leadership skills
• Experience in propulsion system design, analysis, manufacture, integration, and test
• Ability to take ownership of and prioritize tasks for a team supporting multiple projects
• Effective verbal and written communication, including reports and technical presentations
• Preffered Skills & Qualifications:
• Knowledge of propulsion system cycles and performing system-level engine modeling
• Proficient in fluid/thermal software for rocket engine development (e.g. GFSSP, ROCETS, RTE, RPA) and for system level modeling (Amesim or Thermal Desktop)
• Experience with CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and lifecycle management tools