Propulsion Engineer, Test​/Flight – Engine Test, BE-U

• Support the design, analysis, and testing of BE-3U engine hardware and fluid systems across the development and production life cycle
• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to develop test plans
• Perform steady-state and transient system analysis
• Support component and integrated engine testing
• Analyze test data
• Support Data Reviews and Test Readiness Reviews
• Generate test reports
• Support engine requirements verification
• Implement opportunities for design and test cadence improvement
• Support anomaly investigations and root cause analysis
• Drive corrective actions and hardware improvements

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering or physics
• 2+ years of professional experience in propulsion design, analysis, or test
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and structures
• Familiarity with data analysis and data processing, including writing scripts in Python
• Working knowledge of turbopumps, combustion devices, injectors, valves, regulators, check valves, and other high pressure and cryogenic fluid system components
• Knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, and accelerometers
• Understanding of cryogenic propellants including liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen
• Ability to read and interpret engineering standards and drawings
• Ability to find simple, innovative solutions for difficult problems and make critical decisions under pressure
• Curiosity to understand rocket engines at a component and system level
• Desire to work in a cooperative, fast paced, and dynamic environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel to support on-site testing
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Demonstrates expertise in propulsion design, analysis, and testing, with a strong foundation in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. Proficient in data analysis and scripting in Python, with a focus on high-pressure and cryogenic fluid systems.

• Propulsion Design
• Thermodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Data Analysis in Python
• Cryogenic Propellants

• Propulsion Design
• System Analysis
• Test Data Analysis
• Thermodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Heat Transfer
• Data Processing
• Instrumentation Knowledge
• Root Cause Analysis
• Engineering Standards Interpretation

• Strong Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Curiosity
• Team Collaboration
• Trust Building

• Aerospace Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Cryogenic Fluid Systems
• Turbopumps
• Combustion Devices
• High Pressure Systems
• Test Readiness Reviews

• Pressure Transducers
• Thermocouples
• Accelerometers
• Python Scripting