Turbomachinery Engineer (Propulsion)
Sidereus Space Dynamics
Turin, Italy
We are seeking a propulsion design engineer to join our Propulsion team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the development of our advanced liquid rocket propulsion system, with a specific focus on turbomachinery design. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge propulsion systems and contribute to groundbreaking space missions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred);
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in turbomachinery system design;
- Solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and combustion processes;
- Advanced skills in MATLAB environment;
- Proficiency in CFD, predominantly OpenFOAM and Ansys Fluent;
- Experience with commercial FEA software;
- Experience with CAD software and design tools (Autodesk Fusion 360 preferred);
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment;
- Advanced proficiency in technical English, both written and spoken.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own critical components and be responsible for design, analysis, test specifications and optimization of turbomachinery components for MR5, our Kero-Lox liquid rocket engine;
- Conduct detailed performance and fluid dynamical analyses to ensure efficiency and reliability;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate designs and assemblies with overall propulsion system;
- Document design processes, analysis results, and test findings comprehensively;
- Utilize computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and other simulation tools to validate performance.
- Testing:
- Define test campaign requirements to assess performance and reliability of the system;
- Review test report and advance the design process accordingly.
- Manufacturing:
- Support manufacturing of turbomachinery components to identify critical capabilities and main requirements;
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to components manufacturing;
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in propulsion technology.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with liquid rocket engine development and testing;
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing techniques applied to turbomachinery components;
- Knowledge of cryogenic propellants and their handling;
- Experience with test facility operations and instrumentation.
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