Fuel System Engineer
About The Position
You will be the Fuel System Engineer for the Utility Systems IPT which is responsible for delivering fluid and mechanical engineering solutions within advanced development programs, focusing on aircraft fuel system design, analysis, and aerial refueling. Your responsibilities will include: Lead system‑level fuel design and analysis to meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross‑functional IPT members to translate customer requirements into integrated system solutions. Develop and validate aero‑refueling concepts and support test planning and execution. Manage technical trade studies balancing schedule, cost, and risk. Provide technical guidance and documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering
- Experience in fuel system architecture development, analysis, and/or troubleshooting
- Analytical background in fluid / thermal dynamics using solvers such as AMESIM or Flomaster
- MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
- The selected candidate must possess an active Interim Secret clearance to start.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with Aerial Refueling Systems
- Knowledgeable of governing specifications and standards
- Prior defense or aerospace industry customer experience
- Prior technical team experience related to the development or support of aircraft fuel systems
- Experience with defense / aerospace industry supplier management
- Experience troubleshooting faults on complex systems
- Experience creating, updating, and releasing engineering drawings
Responsibilities
- Lead system‑level fuel design and analysis to meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional IPT members to translate customer requirements into integrated system solutions.
- Develop and validate aero‑refueling concepts and support test planning and execution.
- Manage technical trade studies balancing schedule, cost, and risk.
- Provide technical guidance and documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
Benefits
- flexible scheduling options
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- EAP
- Education Assistance
- Parental Leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
