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Propulsion Engineer
Chicago, IL
Mraz, Wyman and Daniel
Chicago, IL
Propulsion Engineer
  • Makes changes to and manages Statements of Work (SOW), product specifications, and drawings
  • Providing technical expertise for follow up of equipment development and deliveries including fluidics, LAE and thrusters
  • Pursue performance/robustness improvements
  • Produce quality documentation of your work to reduce miss-rate and improve efficiency
  • Be a thought leader working across disciplines to establish best practices in airworthiness
  • Responsible for performing propulsion-related analysis, conceptual sizing and design of propulsion systems, managing propulsion subcontractors in the development and test of propulsion systems, and integrating and testing propulsion hardware
  • Establishes project baseline and coordinates changes with Programs and Product Managers
Phoenix, AZ
Experienced Propulsion Engineer
Phoenix, AZ
Harvey Inc
Phoenix, AZ
Experienced Propulsion Engineer
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
  • Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems
  • May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects
  • Working knowledge of engine overhaul procedures and maintenance instructions
  • Advanced knowledge of aircraft propeller technology, including general working knowledge of theory and maintenance process
  • A Professional Engineering License
  • Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles
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Philadelphia, PA
Senior Propulsion Engineer
Philadelphia, PA
Hackett-Purdy
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Philadelphia, PA
Senior Propulsion Engineer
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  • Identifies and assists in implementing product/process improvements
  • Perform post-flight and post-static test reduction and analysis of liquid propellant rocket engine and solid propellant rocket motor performance data
  • Leading and working with and possibly directing cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Develops & Advises customer correspondence for continued safe operation and maintenance of equipment
  • Writes work instructions for test and integration activities
  • Leading and working with and possibly directing cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for complex design non-conformances
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace
Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace
Skills Skills
  • Experience using CAD modeling tools (Solid Works, ProE/Creo, AutoDesk, Catia)
  • BS plus 12 years of experience in solid or liquid rocket motor propulsion and/or flight ordnance
  • Well organized with meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent written and communication skills
  • Programming experience in any of the following languages: LabVIEW, Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, Visual Basic
  • 3+ years of experience in solid or liquid rocket motor propulsion and/or flight ordnance
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
  • Basic experience with Matlab, Python/SciPy, Fortran or other general numerical analysis codes and tools
  • Proficiency in using MS Office
  • Basic understanding of rocket propulsion theory with application to real world launch and spacecraft systems
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Responsible for analyzing, designing, developing, integrating and testing solid rocket and air breathing propulsion systems
  • Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems
  • Responsible for performing propulsion-related analysis, conceptual sizing and design of propulsion systems, managing propulsion subcontractors in the development and test of propulsion systems, and integrating and testing propulsion hardware
  • Support proposal and business development activities
  • Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required
  • Experience in systems engineering, systems integration, risk management, missile systems, and satellites is highly desired
  • Experience in liquid rocket engines, ramjets, scramjets, and troubleshooting complex propulsion systems is desired
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Support design, testing, manufacturing, and fielding of powerplant, propeller, fuel system, oil system, and related aircraft components
  • Mentors professional and support staff in technical and professional growth
  • Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on technical matters requiring coordination between organizations
  • Provides leadership, direction, and guidance for research into the solution of engineering problems
  • Advises or directs the implementation of engineering solutions, including strategic objectives and timetables
  • Directs the allocation of technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives
  • Prepares status/progress reports and reports to executive management
  • Acts as spokesperson and represents the technical capabilities of the propulsion group
  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD
  • Detail for heavy fuel piston engine experience is desired
  • CREO modeling, drawing review, and drafting experience
  • GD&T familiarity is desired
  • Experience with FAR, EASA, or other airworthiness certification
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Solid Rocket Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Bachelor’s Degree is required in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or a Physical Science
  • 15+ years of strong demonstrated Launch Vehicle propulsion system life-cycle development to include design, build, test, integration, and turn-over to operations. Specific experience in the development of solid rocket motors or retro rockets and associated components
  • Extremely motivated individual who is a self-starter and a team player
  • Significant experience in performing risk analysis and mitigation on Launch Vehicle solid propulsion systems and its subsystem components using DoD approved risk analysis process
  • Demonstrated experience with team leadership, and program/project management
  • Demonstrated experience working with Air Force and DoD contractors in a development environment
  • Prior Air Force SMC program experience
  • Master's Degree in a technical field
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Establishing Propulsion system technical requirement definition
  • Delivering technical documents for proposals and reviews
  • Providing technical expertise for follow up of equipment development and deliveries including fluidics, LAE and thrusters
  • Delivering technical expertise for follow up of assembly line qualification and delivery of subassemblies, assemblies
  • Chemical / Electric Propulsion experience is essential
  • Experience of R&D projects, satellites studies & developments
  • Experience in Space domain, Scientific/Telecom satellites
  • Experience in hardware projects in phases B/C/D
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • DoD or FAA/EASA Airworthiness Certification Experience
  • Propulsion and Propulsion Installation development experience related to Airworthiness Certification
  • MS in Systems or Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • MIL-HDBK-516C, Section 7 airworthiness certification criteria experience
  • Strong communication skills & ability to influence across disciplines and at many levels of leadership
  • FAA Designated Engineer Representative (DER) certification
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Provide propulsion, nozzle, and systems engineering expertise to our government customer to develop a supersonic X-Plane
  • Determine performance parameters of aircraft propulsion and system integration requirements
  • Assess ground and flight test engine performance and characteristics
  • Identify risks and coordinate mitigation plans and approaches
  • Coordinate meetings, teleconferences, and travel
  • Provide inputs to the program manager in response to all calls for information regarding program activity, including weekly activity reports, information requests, and Congressional inquiries
  • Tailor briefing materials for specific audiences, and coordinate and support briefings at internal and external venues
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Supporting / leading a rocket engine/propulsion system development,
  • Interfacing with program customers and suppliers
  • Overseeing rocket engine testing campaigns and employment of modern design tools
  • Managing/tracking cost and schedule
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Princ Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Leads activities of multi-discipline product development teams with respect to technical, cost, and schedule performance
  • Responsible for Statements of Work (SOW), product specifications, and drawings
  • May have cost account manager duties
  • Participates in and prepares presentations for management and program status meetings and reviews
  • Manages performance metrics relative to each product and supplier
  • Responsible for hardware pedigree reviews and flight readiness memoranda
  • Candidate must have a minimum of nine years of related experience
  • U.S. Citizenship; ability to obtain a security clearance
  • Ability to travel: Travel required (approximately 25%)
  • Working knowledge of discrepant material procedures and configuration management desired
  • Detail oriented but able to understand the big picture
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Candidate must have a minimum of four years of related experience
  • Ability to : Travel to field integration sites, suppliers, and test facilities will be required (up to approximately 25%)
  • Experience with aerospace propulsion systems is preferred, but not required (i.e. solid rocket motors and spacecraft propulsion systems)
  • Experience with aerospace ordnance components or similar energetic devices also preferred, but not required (i.e. detonators, initiators, gas generators, ordnance transfer lines, shape charges)
  • Experience with shock and vibration testing of components desired
  • Integration and test experience with launch vehicles or spacecraft preferred
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum of five years related experience with propulsion engineering subsystems is required or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • This position may be offered at one level lower with a requirement of Bachelors of Science in Engineering, preferably in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • Candidate must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, problems solving skills with ability to work with a diverse group of people including technicians, engineers and management and in a variety of work environments. Candidate must be fluent in preparing and reviewing technical presentations and can be frequently called upon to create technical briefs for management
  • Candidate must possess the ability to obtain security clearance
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Assessing and resolving product/process issues through the product lifecycle
  • Leading research of technical, operational and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the customer
  • Leading design and/or providing analysis of interim and final engineering solutions to return airplanes to revenue service
  • Leading and working with and possibly directing cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for
  • Propulsion-related product or service
  • Aerospace industry experience within Propulsion Systems
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Leading & advising on research of technical, operational and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the customer
  • Leading & advising on design and/or providing analysis of interim and final engineering solutions to return airplanes to revenue service
  • Leading and working with and possibly directing cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for complex design non-conformances
  • Assesses and advises complex system events reports to determine potential safety issues
  • Identifies and assists in implementing product/process improvements
  • Oversees documentation of hardware related problems
  • Identifies the need for technical training
  • Participates in and may lead activities for on-site disabled product repair teams
  • Participates in accident investigation support teams
  • Develops & Advises customer correspondence for continued safe operation and maintenance of equipment
  • Advises & supports on the development and documentation of Propulsion, Auxiliary Power, and Fuel system requirements to establish the system design
  • Advises & Supports the development, maintenance or modification of system, component and installation designs/proposals to
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Entry Level Experienced Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Supporting the assessment and resolution of product/process issues through the product lifecycle
  • Supporting research of technical, operational and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the customer
  • Support the Designing and/or providing analysis of interim and final engineering solutions to return airplanes to revenue service
  • Supporting and possibly directing cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for design non-conformances
  • Supports the Assessment of system events reports to determine potential safety issues
  • Supports the development and implementation of product/process improvements
  • Supports the documentation of hardware related problems
  • Supports and participates in and may lead activities for on-site disabled product repair teams
  • Supports and participates in accident investigation support teams
  • Supports the development of customer correspondence for continued safe operation and maintenance of equipment
  • Supports the development and documentation of Propulsion, Auxiliary Power, nacelle and Fuel system requirements to establish
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • 10 years of experience in engineering or in a technical field
  • 10 years of experience in propulsion system design, development, acquisition, or support
  • BA or BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Experience with fighter aircraft propulsion systems
  • Experience with developing acquisition documents
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S&T Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • 10 years of experience in an engineering or a technical field
  • 10 years of experience in a Science and Technology development program
  • BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or an applied Engineering
  • Experience in aerospace propulsion
  • Experience with major defense acquisition programs
  • Possession of excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Requires a general understanding knowledge of piston or turbine engines
  • The capability of understanding project requirements and effectively communicating plans that will require the input of customer requests, as well as, internal provisions
  • Establish testing requirements for completed systems
  • Establish bill of materials
  • Perform detailed design layout and analysis tasks to insure that hardware meets all requirements
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • 30% - Evaluate and implement tractable solutions to technical problems in production or during development involving the utilization of chemistry and chemical analysis techniques
  • 30% - Technically responsible for planning (technical), organizing (cost and schedule), and conducting technical projects covering a broad range of technical topics under the guidance of a Technical Manager
  • 15% - Consolidate results, prepare findings for reports and present results
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Rocket Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • 10 years minimum experience required; greater than 15 years developing, testing, and evaluating propulsion system desired
  • BS degree minimum (Master's preferred)
  • Hands on design, build, test, and/or fault analysis experience with launch system or satellite propulsion systems and/or subsystems required. Experience only in Project management or advising of government program offices is not sufficient in and of itself
  • Participation in one or more current or recent propulsion system engineering design, development, integration, test, or flight activities highly desired; technical insight of current fielded DoD or NASA space launch and space vehicle propulsion systems highly sought
  • Travel as required to system prime contractor locations for reviews and assessments
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Launch Systems Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • MA/MS degree in engineering, computer sciences, math or physical sciences with minimum of 15 years of industry and Government experience in propulsion technology field(s)
  • Knowledge of DoD space mission integration processes and related DoD, Air Force, or NASA mission assurance processes required
  • Ability to effectively engage both industry stakeholders, Government staff, and technical panels to perform monitoring and assessment responsibilities in support of mission critical pre-flight risk assessments; Ability to engage on multiple concurrent efforts that will each be a different stages of the assessment and evaluation cycle
  • Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution situations involving the full spectrum of system engineering and integration activities
  • All candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for the position
  • Applicants selected for employment will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet additional eligibility requirements for access to classified information or materials
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Requires strong written and verbal presentation skills including: providing written reports of test observations; documentation of analysis with data in tabular and graphic form; providing input and peer review of analysis across departments; formal and informal presentation of work and assessments to critical audience of customers, independent reviewers, and contractors
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Physics or Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
  • BS plus 15 years of relevant hands-on, design, code, build or test experience propulsion/Ordnances Large Liquid Engines and/or flight ordnance
  • Proficiency in using MS Office
  • Extensive understanding of rocket propulsion theory with application to real world launch and spacecraft systems
  • Extensive understanding of liquid propellant combustion chemistry, multiphase flow, and transient heat transfer
  • Excellent written communication and presentation skills
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Review hardware pedigree and perform failure modes and effects analyses for: liquid propellant rocket engines; pressurized systems for both storable and cryogenic propellants; gas pressure-fed, expander, and multi-stage combustion turbo pump propellant feed systems; thrust vector control systems; exhaust nozzles with extendable exhaust cones; control and condition monitoring systems, and associated hydraulic, electromechanical, and ordnance systems
  • BS plus 5 years of experience in solid or liquid rocket motor propulsion and/or flight ordnance
  • Experience using CAD modeling tools (Solid Works, ProE/Creo, AutoDesk
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Perform post-flight and post-static test reduction and analysis of liquid propellant rocket engine and solid propellant rocket motor performance data
  • Critical review of test contractor-generated plans and procedures and oversight of qualification and acceptance testing of liquid and solid propellant components and systems including assessing appropriate environments, duty cycles, test procedures, and test instrumentation
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
  • 3+ years of experience in solid or liquid rocket motor propulsion and/or flight ordnance
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
  • Masters of Science degree (substitutes for 2 years of experience)
  • Experience in Linux scripting and/or network programming
  • Experience using CAD modeling tools (Solid Works, ProE/Creo, AutoDesk)
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Mid-level Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Direct experience with aircraft propulsion engineering and systems, including gas turbine / internal combustion engine design and aircraft fuel and oil systems
  • Ability to determine and validate propulsion testing instrumentations (i.e. fuel flow meter, pressure transducer, Thermo-couples and etc.)
  • Ability to use Engine Deck models to perform parametric study of engine performance with varying conditions
  • Ability to use IADS and other Data Acquisition software to collect and analyze data
  • Familiar with FEA analysis, thermal analysis, and Failure Modes and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)
  • Ability to manage supplier development, test and qualification activities
  • Understanding of military configuration control procedures and drafting standards
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Experienced Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Advanced knowledge of fuel systems design, analysis, and test
  • Ability to develop, document and release fuel systems requirements
  • Must ensure traceability between system, subsystem and component level requirements
  • Experience with detailed design, fabrication and qualification of fuel bladders, level gauging systems, and critical fuel system components/assemblies
  • Ability to validate through test and/or analysis, the design of fuel cells, components, or fuel systems
  • Ability to use Matlab/Flowmaster models to perform fuel/defuel flow rate and pressure drop analyses
  • Familiar with CG analysis, thermal analysis, and Failure Modes and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)
  • A Professional Engineering License
  • Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership
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Experienced Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Advanced knowledge of aircraft engine technology and systems, including turbofan, turboprop and turbojet engines
  • Advanced knowledge of aircraft propeller technology, including general working knowledge of theory and maintenance process
  • Ability to develop, document and release propulsion systems requirements
  • Direct experience with fast paced development process, especially aircraft propulsion system development and integration
  • Experience with detailed design, fabrication and qualification of engine Truss, Nacelle, firewall and critical propulsion system components
  • Experience with aircraft flight and ground testing with emphasis on technical report writing
  • Working knowledge of engine overhaul procedures and maintenance instructions
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Princ Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Candidate shall possess a Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering, preferably in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum of nine years related experience with propulsion engineering subsystems is required or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Candidate must have solid rocket motor experience
  • Candidate must possess experience with design analysis, manufacturing documentation, hardware qualification / acceptance testing and the ability to evaluate engineering changes and product discrepancies and their effect on the finished product
  • Candidate required travel is expected to be approximately a minimum of 25% of time on a sustained basis
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Princ Liquid Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Candidate must have a minimum of 7 years experience working with liquid propulsion systems
  • Candidate must have a minimum of 5 or more years of liquid rocket engine acceptance test and flight data review experience
  • Hold a valid US Passport
  • Ability to Travel: Travel expectations of a minimum of 25% of time
  • Candidate must be fluent in preparing and reviewing technical presentations with a proficient understanding of the technical details of the engine system
  • Candidate must have experience with review of design analysis, manufacturing documentation, test data, hardware qualification and acceptance testing
  • Experience with MS Office Suite of products is required
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse set of people including technicians, engineers and management and in a variety of work environments including office work, high bay and cleanroom work around hardware
  • Candidate must be fluent in preparing and reviewing technical presentations
  • Experience with design analyses, manufacturing documentation, hardware qualification / acceptance testing, system-level integration and test
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Senior Liquid Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Candidate must have a minimum of 5 years experience working with liquid propulsion systems
  • Candidate must have a minimum of 3 or more years of liquid rocket engine acceptance test and flight data review experience
  • Candidate must have ability to work with a diverse group of people including technicians, engineers, and management
  • Candidate must be proficient in Matlab software script generation tool for creating details scripts for engine post acceptance test data processing
  • Candidate must have great verbal and written communication skills
  • Program management skills are a plus. Experience managing / coordinating small technical teams is a plus
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Dragon Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Develop (design, analyze, build, and test) propulsion engines, fluid components (i.e., valves, instrumentation, etc.), tanks/pressure vessels, and/or fluid systems for the Dragon spacecraft
  • Own critical spacecraft propulsion hardware/systems, as every engineer at SpaceX assumes profound responsibility for their hardware
  • Interface with our world-class production team to ensure designs are successfully translated into the fleet of Dragon spacecraft that is revolutionizing access to space
  • Bachelor's Degree in aeronautical/astronautical or mechanical engineering
  • 1 year of experience with design (CAD), analysis (structural and fluids), and materials
  • Master's Degree in aeronautical/astronautical or mechanical engineering
  • Strong understanding of spacecraft and/or launch vehicle propulsion systems and fluid components
  • Experienced in NX 8.5 or other CAD package (PTC Creo, CATIA) with a solid understanding and application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5-1994
  • Proficient in basic principles of compressible and incompressible flow, thermodynamics, thermochemistry, mechanics, materials, and electrical circuits
  • Professional or project experience with FEMAP, ANSYS, or similar finite element analysis (FEA) software tools, as well as good understanding of fatigue, fracture, and crack propagation
  • Knowledge of metallic and fluid system manufacturing techniques, processes, equipment, and other processes such as: machining, electron beam welding, orbital tube welding, tube bending, structural assembly, etc
  • Good understanding and experience working with aerospace materials (metals, plastics, composites)
  • Solid understanding of test methods/setups and data acquisition systems
  • Ability to perform trade studies using first principals and engineering fundamentals to make clear recommendations even with partial information
  • Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with technicians, other engineers, and managers
  • Highly self-motivated with strong organizational and written/oral communication skills – able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment with ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work
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Senior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum of four years related experience is required or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum of four years related experience with propulsion engineering subsystems (ordnance, motors and pneumatics) is required or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Candidate must possess experience with design analyses, manufacturing documentation, hardware qualification / acceptance testing and the ability to evaluate engineering changes and product discrepancies and their effect on the finished product
  • This position may be offered at one level lower requiring a BS Engineering- Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering preferred, plus two years of related experience
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Lead Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • The Lead Propulsion Engineer will lead a small team responsible for both in-house fabricated, as well as vendor supplied propulsion components (valves, regulators, temperature sensors, etc.)
  • Work closely with fluid component vendors to provide quality components in a timely manner
  • Coordinate component procurements/subcontracts
  • Manage component inventory and demands
  • Generate and maintain component specifications
  • Generate and execute component receiving inspection and test procedures (leak checks, flow testing, environmental testing, cleanliness verifications, etc.)
  • Document and troubleshoot component anomalies
  • Generate and/or review component end-item-data packages
  • Travel to vendor sites may be required
  • Bachelors Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 3 years of experience across industry and internships
  • Masters Degree in mechanical engineering
  • Working knowledge of valves, regulators, burst disks, temperature sensors, and other fluid components
  • Strong fundamental understanding of launch vehicle and/or spacecraft fluid systems
  • Hands-on experience with fluid and/or gas handling systems
  • Experience using test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers, thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors, relays, solenoid valves, etc
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Per-mission analysis on attitude control systems, propellant conditions, tank pressurization systems etc. to maximize performance while staying robust
  • Automate workflow above to reduce engineering investment in per-mission analysis
  • Pursue performance/robustness improvements
  • Pursue operational simplicity and seek to reduce burden on other groups at SpaceX
  • Produce quality documentation of your work to reduce miss-rate and improve efficiency
  • Review peer work
  • Independent study of a problem that has resulted in making the world better. This can be an advanced degree, contribution to an open-source project, etc
  • Experience with 0-D and 1-D thermal/fluid networks
  • Working knowledge of scripting languages
  • Ability to deliver against an aggressive schedule
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Provides design and development engineering expertise for a variety of spacecraft reaction control and propulsion systems
  • Provide design, development and test support for a variety of spacecraft reaction control and propulsion systems
  • Provide recommendations to environmental testing and qualification of reaction control systems including: a) random vibration, b) acoustic testing, c) shock testing, d) temperature cycling, and e) extreme temperature
  • Access safety of reaction control systems
  • Compose, present and defend the safety program associated with the use of reaction control systems at the U.S. launch site
  • Writes and edits aerospace technical specifications
  • Provide mathematical controls analysis and performance assessment of position determination, attitude determination and control systems for ground, airborne, and spacecraft control systems
  • Provide expertise to the Flight Operations team assisting in Attitude Determination, Control System Configuration, and Anomaly Resolution
  • Perform stability analysis and parametric sensitivity studies on control systems, using computer programs
  • Provide orbit dynamics/trajectory analysis expertise for a variety of space missions
  • Perform encounter planning for aerospace systems
  • Be familiar with standard software programs for the analysis and prediction of orbits and trajectories
  • Trains, directs, and assists the efforts of other personnel, as required, to fulfill the objectives of the assignment
  • May supervise lower level engineers
  • Performs all other duties as assigned
  • BS of Science or higher in engineering (Aerospace or Mechanical desired) as well as a minimum of 10 years of aerospace design, development, and engineering including experience in spacecraft and/or launch vehicle reaction control systems. Specific contract requirements regarding education and experience will prevail
  • Must be able to secure a Secret clearance
  • Identifies and resolves complex problems involving technical issues across multi-disciplines
  • Typically develops new methods to apply to problems
  • No guidelines or guidance available; regular use of ingenuity and creativity
  • Communication typically occurs at all levels within or outside the organization
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Technical Bachelor or Master Degree
  • Background in the rail, aerospace, defence or automotive industry
  • Knowledge of technical requirements management
  • Full understanding of the engineering V-cycle
  • Knowledge and experience in propulsion system design combined with vehicle level design is preferred
  • Very good English language skills, both written and spoken
  • Excellent communication skills and teamwork
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Junior Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Review hardware pedigree and perform failure modes and effects analyses for: liquid propellant rocket engines; pressurized systems for both storable and cryogenic propellants; gas pressure-fed, expander, and multi-stage combustion turbopump propellant feed systems; thrust vector control systems; exhaust nozzles with extendable exhaust cones; control and condition monitoring systems, and associated hydraulic, electromechanical, and ordnance systems
  • 1 - 3 years of experience in solid or liquid rocket motor propulsion and/or flight ordnance
  • Basic experience with Matlab, Python/SciPy, Fortran or other general numerical analysis codes and tools
  • Basic understanding of rocket propulsion theory with application to real world launch and spacecraft systems
  • Basic understanding of liquid propellant combustion chemistry, multiphase flow, and transient heat transfer
  • Understanding of missile engineering disciplines including guidance and controls, aerodynamics, structural dynamics
  • Ability to write software source code to perform analysis
  • Experience using CAD modeling tools (Solid Works, ProE/Creo, AutoDesk,Catia)
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Principal Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Research, design, test, and document various hardware systems
  • Gather information for desired design and processing changes from various vendors and present them to management for approval
  • Resolve nonconformances and implement corrective actions
  • Required to perform and publish analyses and waivers, by applying sound engineering principles and techniques
  • Plan engineering activities, such as component tests and technical analyses to ensure the product meets specified requirements
  • Gathering, maintaining, formatting, compiling, assessing technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes
  • Produce engineering documentation, reports, drawings, and presentations
  • Write and implement Specification and other Requirements Documents, Statements of Work, Work Packages, and Test Reports
  • Create pedigrees, qualification matrices, as well as document any deficiencies to internal engineering standards
  • Perform post-flight data review including determining performance characteristics and document results for final post- flight reports
  • Expected to be proactive in learning and becoming an expert in the design and performance characteristics of various hardware subsystems
  • Will be responsible for developing technical solutions for issues, communicating those solutions to appropriate Program and Division Management, and properly implement those solutions
  • Expected to coordinate necessary subject matter expert support in the company as needed to achieve those necessary objectives
  • Based on specific stated objectives perform analysis, design, or test of one or more complex materials, structural components or functional systems of company products
  • With general direction, plan, prepare, and complete the design of assigned complex components and functional systems
  • Study the operation of systems, select major components to meet functional and operational design requirements
  • Comfortable working on a variety of problems across a range of hardware subsystems
  • Work as part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) under the guidance of a Lead Engineer
  • As part of the IPT, the Candidate will need to be able to effectively communicate and interface with suppliers, other departments, and customers, both internal and external, to ensure the components meet the vehicle needs and requirements
  • Bachelors Degree Required
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience with the development and pilot scale processing of solvent and solvent-less double base and composite propellants, including modeling and simulation, formulating, ingredients preparation, mixing, rolling, extrusion, casting, and post extrusion or curing operations, such as cutting, drying, aging, glazing, blending, coating, and application techniques for rocket motor inhibitors
  • Experience in both standard gun propellant and rocket grain processing required
  • Knowledge of a wide variety of test and evaluation methods, including mechanical properties testing, strand burner, closed bomb, differential scanning calorimetry, and thermogravimetric analysis to comprehend the expected performance of the propellant in a munition system
  • Ability to obtain security clearance required
  • BS degree in Engineering required
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • 5+ years of experience with propellant development engineering
  • Experience with performing hazards analyses and writing standing operating procedures for propellant processing and testing
  • Knowledge of a wide variety of test and evaluation methods, including mechanical properties testing, strand burner, closed bomb, differential scanning calorimetry, and thermogravimetric analysis
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance required
  • Experience with development for insensitive munition requirements preferred
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Makes changes to and manages Statements of Work (SOW), product specifications, and drawings
  • Performs technical analyses to demonstrate compliance with internal and external requirements
  • Resolves hardware discrepancies, including containment, root cause determination, and corrective action
  • Coordinates with Operations Project Manager, Subcontracts, Program Schedulers, and Production Schedulers as required to develop delivery schedule and supplier management requirements for each product
  • Establishes project baseline and coordinates changes with Programs and Product Managers
  • Participates in presentations for management and program status meetings and reviews
  • Works with suppliers and Programs to identify problem areas and implement solutions
  • Ability to travel: Travel expectation (approximately 25%)
  • Experience with aerospace ordnance components or similar energetic devices preferred
  • Familiarity with ordnance system development, testing, and manufacturing desired
  • Experience with shock and vibration testing of aerospace ordnance components desired
  • Good communication and presentations skills required
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Work with design engineers to define test criteria and production operation requirements
  • Design automated test equipment to meet test goals and operational requirements
  • Work majority or all aspects of design and analysis of automated test equipment, including but not limited to: structural components, high pressure gas/fluid systems, thermal control systems, instrumentation/electronics, and software
  • Manage automated test equipment projects from initial concept to final validation and hand-off to operational teams
  • Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 1+ year professional or internship experience in a test focused engineering role
  • Proven history of driving projects from concept to completion
  • Programming experience in any of the following languages: LabVIEW, Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, Visual Basic
  • Experience with CAD and FEA software
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and database architecture
  • Understanding of software and programming fundamentals
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Propulsion Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Perform post-flight and post-static test reduction and analysis of liquid propellant rocket engine and solidpropellant rocket motor performance data
  • Review hardware pedigree and perform failure modes and effects analyses for: liquid propellant rocket engines; pressurized systems for both storable and cryogenic propellants; gas pressure-fed, expander, and multi- stage combustion turbopump propellant feed systems; thrust vector control systems; exhaust nozzles with extendable exhaust cones; control and condition monitoring systems, and associated hydraulic, electromechanical, and ordnance systems
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent scientific degree
  • BS plus 12 years of experience in solid or liquid rocket motor propulsion and/or flight ordnance
  • Current Secret security clearance
  • Some level of experience with direct functional engineering management
  • Experience using CAD modeling tools (Solid Works, ProE/Creo, AutoDesk, Catia)