Hypersonic Propulsion Performance Engineer

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 91,800 - 187,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO policy

Generous parental leave

Potential for year-end bonuses

100% employer-paid health care

401(k) & Retirement Plans

Weekly Paid Office Lunches

Stock Options

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer in Los Angeles seeks a Performance Engineer. This role involves analyzing and optimizing aircraft and propulsion system performance with a focus on thermodynamics and aerodynamics. Successful candidates will hold a degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and have expertise in gas turbine engine cycles and modeling. Competitive salary between $91,800 and $187,450 annually and an array of benefits, including unlimited PTO and 100% employer-paid health care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics, compressible flow, gas turbine engine cycles, and aerodynamics.
• Experience with propulsion performance modeling and aircraft performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize aircraft and propulsion system performance.
• Perform thermodynamic cycle analysis of turbofan engines.
• Develop and maintain propulsion system performance models.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Aerodynamics

Gas turbine engine cycles

MATLAB

Python

Compressible flow

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer in Los Angeles seeks a Performance Engineer. This role involves analyzing and optimizing aircraft and propulsion system performance with a focus on thermodynamics and aerodynamics. Successful candidates will hold a degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and have expertise in gas turbine engine cycles and modeling. Competitive salary between $91,800 and $187,450 annually and an array of benefits, including unlimited PTO and 100% employer-paid health care.