Senior Turbomachinery Engineer

About the job

Senior Turbomachinery Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end development of turbopumps and related subsystems, including pumps, turbines, seals, bearings, and drive systems.
  
• Conduct hydrodynamic, thermal, and structural analyses to optimize performance.
  
• Develop 3D models, engineering drawings, and interface definitions for manufacturing and integration.
  
• Develop test plans, test configuration, procedures and demonstrate the performance of the system through qualification tests. Closely coordinate with assembly, integration and testing teams to execute development activities.
  
• Oversee project development timelines, budget and milestones. Ensure propulsion systems are delivered on schedule.
  
• Engage with vendors and suppliers to define technical requirements, oversee manufacturing processes and ensure delivery of high-quality components.
  
• Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
  
• Author and maintain design documentation, test plans and qualifications reports.
  
• Mentor junior engineers and coach them on technical and professional development.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aerospace

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  Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 7+ years’ experience in design and development of turbomachinery of aerospace applications.
  
• Proven track record of designing, building, and testing propulsion hardware.
  
• Strong understanding of combustion systems/turbomachinery and feed systems.
  
• Proficiency in CFD, FEA, and thermal/fluid analysis tools.
  

· Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to write design reports, test plans and deliver presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with additive manufacturing for propulsion hardware.
  
• Knowledge of advanced materials and coatings for high-performance turbomachinery.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup environment with multi-disciplinary collaboration.