Senior Propulsion & Fuel Systems Lead - FAA-Certified

Venture Hire Group LLC

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 185,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative engineering-driven culture

Job summary

An innovative aircraft manufacturer in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Senior Propulsion & Fuel Systems Engineer to lead the integration of advanced systems on next-generation aircraft. This role requires strong FAA certification expertise and a background in propulsion system design. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience in the field. Join us for a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative engineering culture.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in propulsion system design and integration, with 5 years in FAA certification.
  • Direct experience with system safety assessments and FAA compliance.
  • Knowledge of fuel systems and propulsion controls.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the integration of turbofan engines and fuel systems into new aircraft designs.
  • Act as the technical lead for propulsion and fuel system certification activities.
  • Analyze test results and validate performance to ensure safety requirements are met.

Skills

Propulsion system design
FAA certification
Problem-solving
Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Propulsion Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX
Teamcenter
MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

An innovative aircraft manufacturer in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Senior Propulsion & Fuel Systems Engineer to lead the integration of advanced systems on next-generation aircraft. This role requires strong FAA certification expertise and a background in propulsion system design. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience in the field. Join us for a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative engineering culture.
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