Propulsion Valve Engineer II - Space Systems

Firefly Aerospace; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Flexible PTO options

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is seeking a qualified engineer to design and develop propulsion components for launch vehicles. The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Aerospace Engineering and have over 3 years of experience in valve or fluid system design. Responsibilities include managing the complete development lifecycle, leading cross-functional teams, and enhancing product performance. Firefly offers extensive benefits, including health plans and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a valve or fluid system design-related role.
• Strong understanding of fluid systems aspects such as valve design and operation.
• Self-motivated with minimum direction required.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, develop and deliver propulsion components.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver tested hardware on time.
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Skills

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

Structural analysis

Project management

Analytical/numerical modeling

GD&T

Component design

Collaboration

Education

BS in Aerospace Engineering or related engineering discipline

Tools

FEA analysis

CFD analysis

Job description

Firefly Aerospace, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is seeking a qualified engineer to design and develop propulsion components for launch vehicles. The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Aerospace Engineering and have over 3 years of experience in valve or fluid system design. Responsibilities include managing the complete development lifecycle, leading cross-functional teams, and enhancing product performance. Firefly offers extensive benefits, including health plans and educational reimbursement.