Propulsion Engineer II

The role

You will advance the development of propulsion systems for sub-orbital VTVL vehicles. This involves working on all aspects of propulsion systems from sizing and design through analysis, fabrication, and test.

What you will do

• Support the engineering team in the design and test of rocket propulsion systems
• Size components of propulsion systems including turbomachinery, combustion devices, valves, propellant feed systems, tanks, and pressurization systems
• Perform trade studies using propulsion system fluid-thermal models to inform design and operations
• Create solid models of propulsion components for use in modeling or hardware fabrication
• Create component specifications to guide vendor interactions and support procurement
• Develop test plans, execute tests, and post-process results for component and system testing
• Support testing operations for rocket engines and components
• Write technical reports and present to technical teams

Required qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or similar
• 2+ years experience in propulsion system design, analysis, manufacture, integration, and/or test
• Familiar with fluid/thermal design and analysis using system level modeling tools (GFSSP, Amesim, Thermal Desktop or similar)
• Familiar with solid modeling
• Experience designing or specifying components for fluid systems
• Teamwork and collaboration while multi-tasking in a small team
• Ability to self-start with minimal guidance

Nice to have

• M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience with cryogenic propulsion systems (liquid oxygen and liquid methane preferred)
• Experience leveraging additive manufacturing in engine design
• Analytical/scientific programming (Python, C/C++, Matlab)
• Hands-on fabrication skills and a willingness to be hands-on with pathfinder hardware
• Rocket test facility design, integration, and/or operation
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (Ansys FLUENT preferred), including conjugate heat transfer
• Rocket fuel handling equipment and operations
• Experience with rocket turbopumps

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
• Company wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

Before you apply

• Applicants must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual
• Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce

About the company

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company. They tackle complex challenges to advance transformative, mission-critical solutions.