Propulsion Simulation & Data Analytics Engineer

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, Vision & Dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks paid vacation + 10+ holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA seeks a Propulsion Engineer for Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis (Raptor). You will translate engine test data into predictions of future performance for the most reliable rocket engines.

The role requires a B.S. in a STEM field and 1+ year in physics-based simulations, modeling, and software development. SpaceX offers stock, health coverage, a 401(k), and generous holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or engineering.
• 1+ year of experience with physics-based simulations.
• Proficiency in modeling and data analysis tools.
• Experience with software development and version control.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve lumped-parameter thermofluid models for the Raptor engine.
• Conduce engine cycle analysis to influence design and thrust upgrades.
• Resolve anomalies using engine models and sparse data.
• Understand physics of engine performance and measurement techniques.
• Maintain engine models in simulations and flight analysis.
• Develop tools to analyze performance variability and inform design.
• Automate processes to predict test performance and flight outcomes.
• Collaborate to standardize tools and methods across teams.

Skills

Dynamical systems modeling

Lumped parameter modeling

Physics-informed neural networks

Data driven analysis

Root cause from sparse measurements

Thermodynamics & flow principles

Effective communication

Data pipelines for high-dimensional数据

Combustion/ fluid systems knowledge

Full stack web development

Software development 1+ year

Version control & CI

Control feedback loop design

Numerical analysis & signal processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline

Tools

Version control systems

Continuous integration

Unix-like operating systems

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA seeks a Propulsion Engineer for Propulsion Simulation & Data Analysis (Raptor). You will translate engine test data into predictions of future performance for the most reliable rocket engines.

The role requires a B.S. in a STEM field and 1+ year in physics-based simulations, modeling, and software development. SpaceX offers stock, health coverage, a 401(k), and generous holidays.