Principal Turbomachinery Engineer, Turbine Development

Relativity Space•Colorado, USA, CO

1d•$185,000 - $277,000

About The Position

Relativity Space is seeking a technical expert to advance turbine design for space applications. The Principal Turbomachinery Engineer will collaborate with propulsion development and manufacturing teams to incorporate improvements into future designs, working across the design, development, and analysis of turbomachinery. The role calls for someone who can navigate ambiguity, independently drive projects to completion, and work through challenging issues unique to rocket turbopumps. The ideal candidate has experience in a fast-paced aerospace environment and can collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

Degree in engineering or a related technical field and 15+ years of relevant experience.
Experience with turbine design and aerodynamic and structural analysis.
Experience with LCF and HCF methodologies.
Experience with transient thermal and aerodynamic analysis.
Experience with forced response analysis.
Knowledge of industry-standard turbomachinery design and analysis.
Strong communication skills.
Knowledge of turbopump assembly procedures, including rotor balancing, interference fits, clearance checks, structural proofing, and leak checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with in-situ mode shape or blade deformation measurement.
Experience overseeing turbomachinery development and/or test campaigns.
Proficiency in Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
Experience in a startup or agile development environment.
Experience working in a flight development program.

Responsibilities

Advance turbine design for space applications.
Collaborate with propulsion development and manufacturing teams to incorporate improvements into future designs.
Work across turbomachinery design, development, and analysis.
Drive projects to completion and work through challenging rocket turbopump issues.