WHO YOU AREAstro Mechanica is looking for a
Senior Fluid Systems Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who has a deep-seated understanding of complex system dynamics, and can take full ownership of modeling the thermal/fluid network of a novel engine architecture. Your work at Astro Mechanica will have a direct impact on the configuration and performance of the turboelectric adaptive jet engine.
In this role, your mission will be to architect, analyze, build, and test critical fluid systems for the propulsion systems. You will collaborate between propulsion, aircraft, and test teams to deliver optimized fluid hardware for the flight vehicle, proven through rigorous ground testing. You are attentive to detail and enjoy solving nuanced, interconnected problems.
WHAT YOU'LL DO- Architect fluid system networks supporting the propulsive engine fuel supply and thermal management
- Predict behavior through detailed analysis (Amesim, Thermal Desktop, EES, REFPROP)
- Design custom hardware and establish subsystem testing to validate component performance
- Mechanical layout of fluid systems while considering design for manufacturing, installation, and maintenance
- Analyze test data for characterization hardware behavior and performance
- Improve and maintain the accuracy of simulation models through anchoring to historical and internally generated test data
- Define instrumentation placement with understanding of measurement limitations
- Diagnose hardware/software problems efficiently and perform corrective actions
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:- 5+ years hands-on experience with fluidic and propulsion systems, test operations
- Foundational knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and compressible flow
- Understanding of fluid systems and instrumentation hardware (pressure, temperature, flow meters, pumps, heat exchangers, valves, regulators, pneumatics)
- Familiarity with test instrumentation, data reduction, and anchoring analysis with experimental results
- Experience with P&ID's, 0D/1D thermal/fluid networks for gases and liquids
- Takes initiative for continuous improvement (not just completing assigned tasks)
- Flexibility to work in fast-paced and high-growth environment
- Attentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality in all work
PERKS & BENEFITS- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
- Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
- Flexible work environment
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