Lead Propulsion Engineer: Mechanical Design & Equity

EVONA; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Equity

Flexible PTO

Competitive compensation

Job summary

EVONA is seeking a Lead Propulsion Engineer - Mechanical Design to own the mechanical architecture of an advanced gas turbine engine. This role leads rotordynamics, interfaces, tolerances, and module assemblies from concept through manufacturing and testing, with a focus on high-performance propulsion hardware.

You will drive collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, mentor engineers, and shape the mechanical engineering function in a fast-paced startup environment dedicated to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Significant experience designing gas turbine, turbomachinery, or propulsion hardware.
• Expert CAD proficiency: CATIA, NX, or 3DEXPERIENCE.
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience leading component/module design through multiple development phases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of advanced gas turbine engine systems and rotating machinery.
• Own key mechanical aspects: rotordynamics, interfaces, seals, mounts, joints, actuators, loading scenarios.
• Develop CAD models, engine layouts, module assemblies, tolerances, and drawings.
• Define and review GD&T, manufacturing requirements, and interfaces.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics, structures, thermal, and systems teams for engine integration.
• Support assembly, manufacturing, testing, and production planning throughout development.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor engineers within the team.

Skills

Turbomachinery design

Leadership/mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Mechanical integration

GD&T proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

3DEXPERIENCE

Job description

EVONA is seeking a Lead Propulsion Engineer - Mechanical Design to own the mechanical architecture of an advanced gas turbine engine. This role leads rotordynamics, interfaces, tolerances, and module assemblies from concept through manufacturing and testing, with a focus on high-performance propulsion hardware.

You will drive collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, mentor engineers, and shape the mechanical engineering function in a fast-paced startup environment dedicated to