Demonstrate extreme ownership of hardware
Conceptualize, design, develop and deliver propulsion components to high performance systems
Responsible for entire development lifecycle and production support as the technical expert
Own a combination of Firefly developed and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTs) valves, regulators and actuators
Prepare content for and lead CoDRs, MRR, PDRs, TRRs, data reviews and CDRs
Author and execute qualification, and acceptance test plans with hands on hardware problem solving
Work to standardize solutions across programs and product lines
Improve mission cadence by identifying and implementing cost saving and risk reduction measures
Lead cross-functional teams of analysts, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, supply chain representatives, and test engineers to deliver tested hardware on time
Resolve non-conformances and implement design changes to improve product yield and manufacturability
Work with the program teams to develop hardware upgrades in alignment with ambitious performance and cost goals
Develop simulation-based design methods and validate using subscale and full-scale testing
Lead failure investigations to determine root cause and implement mitigations
Qualify existing and new product lines following guidance from SMC-S-016 and S-080 as applicable
Manage multiple projects and competing priorities

BS in Aerospace Engineering or related engineering discipline
10+ years of experience in a valve or fluid system design-related role
Exceptional comprehension of engineering fundamentals including fluid mechanics, heat transfer, structural analysis, materials, and processes
Strong understanding of fluid systems aspects such as fluids systems sizing, valve design and operation, instrumentation, flexible element design & integration and fluid fittings
Skilled in creating analytical/numerical models of engineering devices and processes
Ability to successfully manage complex projects
Works well in a collaborative, fast paced, multidisciplinary environment
Demonstrated interest in advancing 'newspace'
Self-motivated with minimum direction required
Ability to creatively develop economical solutions

Principal Propulsion Engineer, Propulsion Components

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