22h ago
Propulsion Performance Engineer
San Luis Obispo
$110k-$150k / year
full-timeaerospace
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll own the engine cycle model, validate test data, and develop new cycles from scratch. You'll collaborate daily with aerodynamic, structural, and mechanical designers to improve high-performance turbine engines and enable scalable manufacturing at a fast-paced defense startup.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Improve cycle model in NPSS and develop new cycle models
- Create analytical tools for basic performance analysis
- Develop test procedures to determine component performance
- Analyze test data with simulation tools
๐ Requirements
- BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
- 1+ years of experience using NPSS
- 1+ years of relevant professional experience
- Fundamental knowledge in engine design, aerodynamics, and thermodynamics
โจ Nice to Have
- Proficiency with Python
- Developed compression and/or turbine system maps
- Proficiency in NX for product design
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ฅ Health insurance
- ๐ฐ Retirement plans
- ๐ Equity grants
- ๐ Professional development opportunities
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Full application reviewยท 1 week
- 2Technical interviewยท 1 hour
- 3On-site interviewยท 1 day
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