Speed Propulsion Engineer

Spectral Energies (SE) is an advanced technology company specializing in leading-edge research in the areas of propulsion, hypersonics, diagnostics, and laser development. The SE research and development (R&D) teams specialize in fundamental and applied engineering and research efforts which focus on areas such as defense propulsion.

SE is seeking exceptional candidates with backgrounds in aerospace/mechanical engineering, propulsion, and/or hypersonics. Duties are diverse and multi-disciplinary to support and conduct applied propulsion engineering and research. Areas include high-speed propulsion & combustion systems, rotating detonation engines, rockets, combined cycle systems, and ram/scram/hypersonic systems.

• Work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Plan, prepare, and execute R&D efforts, including experimental and/or computational efforts
• System-level architecture design and evaluation for advanced propulsion systems
• Analyze and interpret experimental and computational data
• Communicate and document results with the appropriate stakeholders
• Document and archive engineering and research findings

• Position is tailorable to experience and background, from early to mid to senior position.
• Ability to deliver to challenging technical objectives through creative problem solving and innovative thinking
• Experience with propulsion & combustor components and architectures (including gas turbines, rockets, scramjets, rotating detonation engines or other novel combustors) using experimental and/or modeling & simulation methods
• Proficient knowledge of fluid mechanics, combustion science, and flight vehicles as applied to advanced propulsion technologies, showcasing a deep understanding of advanced propulsion concepts and methodologies
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills, and the ability to work in a team
• Proficiency in communicating scientific/technical content in writing, publishing, and oral briefings
• Competency in data processing (MATLAB, Python, etc.) and 3-D CAD (Solid Works, Unigraphics/Siemens NX, AutoCAD, etc.) software packages

Advanced degrees, or candidates with a B.S. with additional years of experience, are encouraged to apply.

Spectral Energies offers highly competitive compensation commensurate with level of education and years of relevant experience. Compensation includes a full benefits package: a retirement plan (401k) with matching contributions; health, dental, and vision benefits; federal holidays; paid time-off; and a merit-based bonus structure.

Candidates must be US citizens or US permanent residents as required by Department of Defense contracts. This position is full-time, Monday-Friday (40 hrs/wk nominal) with flexible hours. All positions are subject to background investigations and may require obtaining a DOD security clearance.

The position is located on-site at Spectral Energies in Beavercreek, Ohio.

Spectral Energies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.