Senior Propulsion Fluids Analyst — Raptor Systems

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Stock options and incentives

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Propulsion Fluids Analyst for its Raptor Systems Engineering team in Hawthorne, California. This role focuses on improving engine hardware designs through extensive fluids and thermal analyses, ensuring reliability and performance across flight phases.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in CFD, a background in aerospace, and the ability to communicate complex information effectively. You will benefit from competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in fluids, CFD, and thermal analysis.
• Demonstrable proficiency in compressible and incompressible fluid mechanics.
• Previous experience in the aerospace industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform fluids, CFD, and thermal analysis for flight engine hardware.
• Collaborate with propulsion engineers on engine component design cycles.
• Validate testing development and flight hardware through hands-on involvement.

Skills

Fluids and thermal analysis

CFD

Matlab

Python

Engine cycle understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

Sinda/Fluint

STAR-CCM+

ANSYS

Siemens NX

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Propulsion Fluids Analyst for its Raptor Systems Engineering team in Hawthorne, California. This role focuses on improving engine hardware designs through extensive fluids and thermal analyses, ensuring reliability and performance across flight phases.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in CFD, a background in aerospace, and the ability to communicate complex information effectively. You will benefit from competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage and paid vacation.