Senior Propulsion Engineering Leader – Aircraft Systems

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah GA seeks Propulsion Engineering Group Head II to lead a multidisciplinary team focused on propulsion systems definition, engine selection studies, and aircraft-engine integration across development programs.

The role involves technical leadership, model validation, certification support, and collaboration with engine OEMs, FAA compliance, and cross-functional teams to deliver safe, high-performance propulsion solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering required; MS preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant propulsion, powerplant integration, or related engineering experience.
• Previous engineering leadership and people management experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, gas turbine performance, and propulsion systems.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 25 certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop propulsion engineers, including hiring, coaching, and succession planning.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and ensure delivery of engineering milestones.
• Provide technical leadership for propulsion definition, engine studies, and integration.
• Oversee models and analyses using NPSS, AxSTREAM, and company methods.
• Ensure interfaces and bleed extraction support ECS, anti-ice, and related systems.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Engine integration

Leadership

Thermodynamics

Communication

Education

BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

NPSS

AxSTREAM

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah GA seeks Propulsion Engineering Group Head II to lead a multidisciplinary team focused on propulsion systems definition, engine selection studies, and aircraft-engine integration across development programs.

The role involves technical leadership, model validation, certification support, and collaboration with engine OEMs, FAA compliance, and cross-functional teams to deliver safe, high-performance propulsion solutions.