Senior Propulsion Engineer

4 weeks ago

Houston, Texas, United States Venus Aerospace Full time
Job Title: Sr. Propulsion Engineer

We are a cutting-edge transportation company focused on pushing the boundaries of what is thought possible. Our team is comprised of visionary engineers who are passionate about creating innovative solutions for the future of air transportation.



We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Propulsion Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our propulsion systems design team, you will be responsible for the design, analysis, and development of propulsion hardware from concept to flight maturity.



The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace engineering, with experience in design, analysis, and testing of propulsion systems. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and will be able to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams.



Key Responsibilities:




  • Design, analysis, and development of propulsion hardware from concept to flight maturity
  • Support design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of propulsion piece parts and assemblies
  • Generate CAD models of components and engine systems
  • Fluid network modeling, analysis & design: design and analysis engine fluid systems, identify COTS components for fluid systems, work with suppliers to source components
  • Generate P&ID's of engine systems
  • Develop and execute test plans, analyze test results
  • Systems engineering experience focusing on generating engine balances, engine sizing and requirements, technical understanding of various engine cycles, and trading cycle efficiencies of various engine cycles
  • Use engine P&ID's to generate fully detailed CAD models of engine assemblies
  • Use agile methodology to break down complex projects into daily and weekly actionable tasks
  • Design and analyze tanks and supporting tank structures and PPMS
  • Work with vehicle engineering and test teams to satisfy engine systems design requirements and communicate engine systems test requirements
  • Work with outside vendors and in-house procurement team to select and source components for engine and PPMS systems


Requirements:




  • 5+ years of aerospace vehicle and engine systems engineering/design experience
  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
  • 3+ years of CAD experience, particularly working with large assemblies
  • Systems engineering and operational experience
  • Experience working on multidisciplinary project teams
  • Knowledge of standard aerospace materials used in designs of propulsion systems for high mechanical and thermal loads
  • Knowledge of aerospace fluid systems component and fluid connections specifications
  • Experience in some of the design & analysis tools such as NX / SolidWorks, ANSYS mechanical, CFX / StarCCM+, Matlab / Python, GFSSP, Microsoft Visio
  • Strong communication skills to effectively work in a hybrid in-person/remote work environment


What We Offer:




  • Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision
  • Flex-Friday flexible schedule
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Professional development opportunities


Location: This role is based on-site at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas.



About Venus Aerospace

By enabling one hour global travel, Venus Aerospace is transforming the world and our access to it. We're building a spaceplane with a low carbon footprint that will enable one hour global travel. We are a diverse, veteran team with extreme experience in successful new space, commercial, R&D, and government/military programs. We are looking for incredible, motivated, enthusiastic people that want to build a world-changing culture and organization. You will be helping Venus grow and develop, so flexibility and a sense of adventure is quintessential. We are looking for all-around AWESOME people to help us grow. We've done the professional grind, and we've got a better approach. We take 'Home for Dinner' seriously - we want you to work for us and be 'home for dinner'. Family is important and we don't want you to miss out on what matters most. If that appeals to you, we'd love to connect

ITAR Requirements

This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be able to meet ITAR requirements (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State). You can learn more about ITAR here.

Venus Aerospace Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Venus Aerospace is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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