Propulsion Engineer II - Spacecraft Engine Team

Firefly Aerospace•Cedar Park, TX

13h

About The Position

The position of Propulsion Engineer within the Spectre Engine team at Firefly involves leveraging creativity, ingenuity, and experience to develop hypergol engines for our Blue Ghost program. Engineers tackle complex challenges throughout the project life cycle, from design and analysis to manufacturing, testing, and operational support. Collaborating closely with other product groups, such as structures, fluid systems, and avionics, Propulsion Engineers take ownership of projects and make critical decisions. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for solving challenging problems, the ability to synthesize information, and a determination to create leading-edge propulsion systems in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

BS in Aerospace Engineering or related engineering discipline.
3+ years of experience working on a spacecraft engine or spacecraft fluid systems
Strong engineering fundamentals in fluids, thermodynamics, and mechanics
Experience in Siemens NX or equivalent CAD program
Comprehension of design fundamentals including tolerancing, ASME Standards, ASTM, and GD&T
Ability to effectively work in a multi-discipline team and provide technical guidance and insight.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline.
5+ years of progressive experience in related engineering discipline
Experience with storable liquid propulsion (NTO/MMH, Hydrazine)
Experience leading technical reviews (design & analysis) or investigations (risk, anomaly, or trade studies)
Hands-on experience with integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test or production
Prior experience working with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors, flow meters, load cells, and accelerometers
Experience with end to end ownership of technical projects from conception to delivery
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Serve as Responsible Engineer for in-space propulsion hardware including main and attitude control engines, valves, and propellant tanks.
Develop new and innovative design concepts for propulsion integration and operations that reduce complexity and maximize reliability within budget
Assist in the development of manufacturing, integration, and test processes, including work instructions, test procedures, development testing, and initial build support
Act as the primary point of contact for design, analysis, and operations of spacecraft fluid systems
Perform flight operations as a primary operator for fluids and propulsion systems
Own and execute development, qualification, and acceptance testing of flight hardware
Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency and vehicle reliability
Identify system risks and conduct corresponding trade studies to ensure successful vehicle operation
Drive development of automation and test data analysis tools