Senior Propulsion Engineer - Jet Engines & FADEC Systems

Avion Solutions, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Avion Solutions, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to support an Army Aviation Capability Program Executive (CPE). This position is located in Huntsville, AL and focuses on turbine engines, FADEC systems, and propulsion integration.

You will lead technical reviews, oversee testing and data analysis, and coordinate with DoD and OEM partners to ensure safety, cyber-security, and airworthiness requirements are met. Travel up to 15% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from ABET-accredited institution.
• 5+ years of progressive engineering experience in aviation propulsion, turbine engines, or aerospace systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical management and engineering oversight of the design, development, integration, and production of aircraft turbine engines and APUs.
• Manage the integration, verification, and validation of FADEC systems and software, ensuring compliance with cyber-security and safety-critical standards.
• Oversee the design, evaluation, and integration of advanced engine exhaust and IRS systems to optimize aircraft survivability.
• Plan, execute, and analyze propulsion system ground, laboratory, and flight testing per military test protocols.
• Direct engineering management of propulsion subsystems including fuel control, lubrication, engine starting, and diagnostics/prognostics.
• Conduct engineering reviews of OEM reports, specs, test plans, and ECPs to support Airworthiness Releases.
• Collaborate with logistics, safety, PM, and flight ops to align propulsion schedules with program goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Gas turbine thermodynamics

FADEC architecture

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

NPSS

CAD systems

Job description

Avion Solutions, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to support an Army Aviation Capability Program Executive (CPE). This position is located in Huntsville, AL and focuses on turbine engines, FADEC systems, and propulsion integration.

You will lead technical reviews, oversee testing and data analysis, and coordinate with DoD and OEM partners to ensure safety, cyber-security, and airworthiness requirements are met. Travel up to 15% is expected.