Propulsion Systems Engineer II - CFD & Fluid Analytics

Quantum Space; Rockville, Hawthorne (MD, CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Equity participation

Medical, dental, vision

Generous leave

HSA

401(k) match

Job summary

Quantum Space seeks a Propulsion Engineer II to contribute to propulsion system development, CFD analyses, and technical documentation for space missions. You will collaborate with propulsion, mechanical, systems, manufacturing, test, and flight operations teams to solve complex challenges and support propulsion hardware through the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes strong analytical capabilities, modeling, and delivering flight-ready propulsion solutions in a fast-paced environment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience with propulsion or fluid systems in aerospace.
• Experience using SINDA/FLUINT or GFSSP for piping network analyses.
• Experience with CFD tools such as ANSYS Fluent or STAR-CCM+.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop piping network analyses for propulsion and fluid systems.
• Execute CFD analyses including VOF and plume analyses.
• Perform propulsion system trade studies and technical evaluations.
• Develop models and documentation to support propulsion hardware development.
• Analyze performance and provide recommendations from modeling results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to meet program objectives.
• Investigate anomalies and perform root-cause analysis with sound recommendations.
• Contribute to propulsion engineering standards and best practices.
• Support reviews such as SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and FRR.
• Operate in a fast-paced environment focused on rapid execution and mission success.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Fluid systems

CFD analysis

Technical communication

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SINDA/FLUINT

GFSSP

ANSYS Fluent

STAR-CCM+

Job description

Quantum Space seeks a Propulsion Engineer II to contribute to propulsion system development, CFD analyses, and technical documentation for space missions. You will collaborate with propulsion, mechanical, systems, manufacturing, test, and flight operations teams to solve complex challenges and support propulsion hardware through the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes strong analytical capabilities, modeling, and delivering flight-ready propulsion solutions in a fast-paced environment with