Turbopump Rotordynamics Engineer

PARTECH PARTNERS; München; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading aerospace firm in Munich is looking for a Turbopump Rotordynamics Engineer to design and optimize turbopump components for rocket engines. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and have 3-5 years of experience with rotating machinery. Responsibilities include validating designs in collaboration with engineers and supervising subcontractors. This position offers an innovative environment where your expertise will directly influence future space missions.

Qualifikationen

• 3-5 years of experience with fast rotating machinery.
• Strong fundamentals in machine dynamics, specifically rotordynamics.
• Good knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods.

Aufgaben

• Design and optimize turbopump components for rocket engines.
• Engage with engineers on design validation.
• Supervise subcontractors and suppliers.

Kenntnisse

Thermodynamics fundamentals

Mechanical design knowledge

Collaborative teamwork

Strong communication

Ausbildung

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor with honors or equivalent experience

Tools

3D CAD software

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Location

Munich, Germany

Employment Type

Full time

Department

Engineering Propulsion

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.

The heart of a spacecraft lies in its engine, and that's why we, at The Exploration Company, are dedicated to developing our own cutting-edge Propulsion Systems ensuring the highest level of efficiency and reliability in our space endeavors.

We are seeking a talented Turbopump Rotordynamics Engineer to join our Future Project division. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing turbopump components for high-thrust rocket engines.

Key Responsibilities

• Making and documenting well-reasoned consequential decisions in turbomachinery design

• Engage proactively with development engineers to assist in the conception, refinement, and validation of designs

• Carrying out and reviewing different turbopump architectural trades

• Performing various rotor dynamics analysis to inform subsequent cryogenic pump components' specifications

• Performing cryogenic pump components design and procurement based on specifications and best practices

• Supervision of external subcontractors and communication with suppliers

• Analytical modeling of geometric and mechanical problems and implementing solutions in programs

What we would love to see from you

• Master's Degree or higher (or NZ and AUS "Bachelor with honors") in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related and applicable technical discipline. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree with substantial relevant experience

• 3-5 years of proven experience working with any kind of fast rotating machinery

• Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and mechanical design

• Strong fundamentals of the problems of machine dynamics, in particular rotordynamics

• Strong knowledge about bearings and rolling elements

• Good knowledge of materials

• Good understanding of industry standard and emerging manufacturing methods and their respective constraints

• Proficient in the use of 3D CAD software and drafting

• Experience writing software/scripts in languages like Python

• (Optional) Hands-on experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes.

Skills and Behaviors

• Strong ability to work in close collaboration with others

• Strong oral and written communication