Propulsion Design Engineer II

PSC by Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace sector is seeking a Propulsion Design Engineer II to join their team in Long Beach, CA. This role involves designing engine components and collaborating with various teams to support innovative propulsion systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, particularly in heat transfer and mechanical design, and will play a crucial role in advancing the company's space missions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in a relevant engineering field.
• Knowledge of heat transfer, fluids, and structural mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Design engine components for the Archimedes Engine.
• Collaborate with teams to bring hardware from design to fruition.
• Perform trade studies with analysts and engineers.

Skills

Heat transfer

Fluids

Structural mechanics

Mechanical design principles

Design for manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

NX

Ansys

Job description

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ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation, and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.

About The Role

The Propulsion Design Engineer II based at Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA, is responsible for designing engine components (combustion chambers, turbo machinery, engine layout, etc.) for the Archimedes Engine. The role involves designing, analyzing, and building hardware, supporting the Neutron and Archimedes teams, and delivering results for internal leadership, the board of directors, and investors.

What You’ll Get To Do

1. Work with technical subject matter experts to design engine systems to meet performance, quality, and manufacturability requirements.
2. Work on mechanical designs for propulsion systems.
3. Perform trade studies with analysts, manufacturing engineers, and subject matter experts for concept designs.
4. Collaborate with internal and external fabrication teams to bring hardware from design to fruition.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent.
2. 2+ years of experience in a relevant engineering field.
3. Knowledge of heat transfer, fluids, and structural mechanics.
4. Fundamental understanding of mechanical design principles.
5. Fundamental understanding of design for manufacturing and GD&T principles.

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have

1. High proficiency in GD&T.
2. Professional experience with NX, Ansys, and other analysis software.
3. Experience with propulsion systems design, analysis, testing, operations, and manufacturing.
4. Experience with best practices for design, qualification, and production.
5. Experience in a fast-paced development environment.

Additional Requirements

• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus.
• Ability to sit, use hands, operate a computer, and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to commute to the office.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and noise may occur.