ATF (Aero Thermal Fluids) Senior Specialist

Butler America Aerospace L.L.C.; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an ATF Senior Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves designing and analyzing bearings and seals for cutting-edge rocket systems, utilizing advanced software tools and hand calculations. With a strong emphasis on thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics, the ideal candidate will bring at least 7 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. This position offers the potential for remote work, allowing you to contribute to groundbreaking projects in a flexible environment. Join a forward-thinking company committed to diversity and inclusion, where your expertise will make a significant impact on the future of aerospace technology.

Benefits

401K

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Sick Time

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze bearings and seals for rocket engine systems.
• Collaborate with design engineers and provide tribology support.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Thermodynamics

Heat Transfer

Fluid Dynamics

ANSYS Workbench

Turbomachinery Analysis

Linux Systems

MATLAB

FORTRAN

Python

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

MATLAB

FORTRAN

Python

Job description

ATF (Aero Thermal Fluids) Senior Specialist

Location: Canoga Park, CA OR West Palm Beach, FL OR Remote (may be possible)

Job ID: #70678

Pay Range: $60-70/hr W2

Duration: 12 months

Application Deadline: 04/18/2025

Duties:

The candidate will work in the ATF (Aero Thermal Fluids) group based out of either the Canoga Park or West Palm Beach facility, with potential for full remote work depending on qualifications.

The candidate:

Shall have the capability to utilize a combination of commercial and in-house developed software tools, and/or hand calculation methods to design and analyze bearings and seals related to pump-fed liquid rocket engine systems.

Shall have extensive knowledge of designing and analyzing bearings and seals such as:

• Bearings: Rolling Elements: Ball, Roller, and Cylindrical bearings; Fluid Film: Hydrostatic, annular, balance piston, and hydrodynamic

• Seals: Dynamic, clearance, rubbing contact, and lift-off

May need to collaborate with design engineers to provide tribology support, focusing on seals, bearings, and sliding interfaces. This involves selecting material systems that meet design requirements, and assisting in developing wear-resistant materials, finishes, and geometries suitable for launch and in-space environments.

Shall be able to identify and mitigate lubrication and wear risks in high-performance mechanisms, recommend and implement coupon testing to screen materials, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure processes, coatings, and finishes meet requirements.

Percentages of responsibilities:

• 80% - Perform design and analysis tasks related to bearings and seals, capable of working with minimal oversight, utilizing software tools and hand calculations.
• 10% - Enhance the technical capacity of the team through mentoring.
• 10% - Produce and present analysis and test reports to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent, with at least 7 years of experience.
• Strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.
• Proficiency in ANSYS Workbench and turbomachinery analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Linux systems.
• Experience programming in MATLAB, FORTRAN, Python.
• Position is full-time onsite, with potential for full remote depending on qualifications.

Benefits:

401K, medical, dental, vision, sick time as applicable by law.

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.