Rocket Propulsion Lead Engineer

Socket.dev; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Aether Aerospace seeks a Senior Propulsion Engineer to support the NOVASTAR program in Dayton, OH. The engineer will contribute to guidance, propulsion, control, and simulation of rocket-propelled vehicles, addressing customer inquiries and preparing technical reports based on experience and research.

The role requires hands-on autonomy, collaboration on technical reporting, and a strong background in propulsion systems, thermo-fluids, and computational tools including C, C++, Fortran, Python,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 5+ years of demonstrable experience in design, testing, or evaluation of propulsion or fluid mechanical systems.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Address customer inquiries related to propulsion systems and respond with technical reports.
• Develop and analyze propulsion system concepts for liquid and solid rocket propulsion.
• Collaborate with engineers on performance assessments of propulsion subsystems.

Skills

C

C++

Fortran

Python

MATLAB

Scientific computing

Propulsion analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

JANNAF databases

NASA CEA

Job description

Aether Aerospace seeks a Senior Propulsion Engineer to support the NOVASTAR program in Dayton, OH. The engineer will contribute to guidance, propulsion, control, and simulation of rocket-propelled vehicles, addressing customer inquiries and preparing technical reports based on experience and research.

The role requires hands-on autonomy, collaboration on technical reporting, and a strong background in propulsion systems, thermo-fluids, and computational tools including C, C++, Fortran, Python,