Fluid Systems Engineer

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,300 - 150,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Education assistance programs

Job summary

aero is seeking a Senior Fluid Systems Engineer to perform fluid dynamics analysis for aerospace systems in El Segundo, California. The role requires a Master's degree and 5 years of experience in fluid mechanics. Responsibilities include conducting analyses of space vehicle systems and participating in multidisciplinary teams to solve technical issues.

The position offers competitive pay ranging from $100,300 to $150,400 annually, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including health care, paid time off, and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in fluid mechanics research or industry.
• Familiarity with compressible and incompressible flow theories.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 20%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis and modeling for fluid systems of vehicles.
• Assess internal flows for single-phase and multi-phase systems.
• Participate with engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Perform activities at launch sites and on-site facilities.

Skills

Fluid mechanics

Computational fluid dynamics

Analytical methods

Research experience

Education

Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Job description

Fluid Systems Engineer (Senior Member of Technical Staff - Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering)

This role is located onsite in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct analysis, modeling, planning, and review functions associated with fluid systems characterization of space, launch, and reentry vehicles.
• Assess steady and transient internal flows in vehicle components/sub‑systems for both single‑phase and/or multi‑phase states.
• Participate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Perform day‑of‑launch activities at on‑site facilities and national launch sites.
• Support on‑site and off‑site technical interchange meetings, review of contractor analyses, as well as hardware and mission assurance reviews.
• Maintain technical currency and stay abreast of advances in fluid mechanics technologies related to space, launch, and reentry vehicles.
• Provide objective technical viewpoints to government and civil customers.
• Work closely with program offices and interface with contractors, government personnel, research laboratories, and academia.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college/university program in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or related discipline.
• 5 years of academic research or applicable professional industry experience in fluid mechanics.
• Familiarity with compressible and incompressible flow theory.
• Experience in use of analytical methods and computational fluid dynamics.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 20% of the time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

How You Can Stand Out

• PhD degree in aerospace, aeronautical, or mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Graduate‑level coursework in hydraulics, pneumatics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mass transfer, free‑surface flows, incompressible flows, and compressible flows.
• Experience in fluid networks, liquid propulsion systems, cryogenics, and slosh analysis.
• Experience in use of experimental methods, hardware, and instrumentation.

Compensation

Competitive compensation package based on performance and experience.

Salary range: $100,300.00 - $150,400.00. Pay Basis: Annual.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) Plan with company match of up to 12% and immediate vesting.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs.
• Education assistance programs.
• Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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