Generate and run thermos-fluids models of cryogenic propellant in spacecraft
Provide guidance on optimizing hardware configuration, mission conops and control logic
Quantitatively evaluate alternative trade studies and provide recommendations
Support complete life cycle of the Transporter vehicle from initial definition, conceptual design, detailed design, test support, verification, and in flight operation
Work with a cross functional team to advance the state of the art of in space cryogenic fluid management
Requirements
B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field
8+ years of experience in thermal fluids analysis and mechanical component design
Thermal Desktop experience
Experience with first order hand and excel level calculations for fluids analysis
Advanced Engineering degree (desired)
CFD experience (ANSYS Fluent and FLOW3D preferred)
Experience analyzing cryogenic, two phase liquid systems
Direct experience providing feedback for design iteration and optimization
Process automation experience using scripting (VBA, Matlab, Python, FORTRAN, etc.)
Tech Stack
Python
VBA
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Bonuses based on company's intent to reward individual contributions