Fluids Analyst III – Fluids & Propulsion – Crew Lunar Lander Verified today
About the Role
You will serve as Lead Fluids Analyst supporting development of the Thermodynamic Vent System (TVS) on the MK2 Crewed Lander. The TVS manages thermal control of the Main Propulsion System cryogenic propellants (LH2 and LOX). You will follow the TVS through the complete development lifecycle from preliminary design through build, test, integration and on-console operation, working with NASA and National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) program to return humans to the Moon.
Responsibilities
- Generate and run thermo-fluids models of cryogenic propellant
- Work with cross-functional teams to advance the state of the art of in-space cryogenic fluid management in propulsion systems
Required Qualifications
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- 5 or more years of thermal/fluids analysis experience
- Proficiency using common CFD tools such as Thermal Desktop or Sinda/Fluint
- Understanding of Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, and Thermodynamics
- Hands-on experience with first-order and Excel-level fluids calculations
Desired Qualifications
- Expertise in Thermal Desktop
- Experience with LH2 and/or LOX
- Experience supporting propulsion system ground testing
- Experience with zero boiloff solutions
- CFD expertise (ANSYS Fluent, FLOW3D)
- Experience with cryogenic, multi-phase, or gaseous fluid systems
- Spacecraft, space vehicle or launch vehicle fluid systems experience
Compensation
Base pay range varies by location: CA $121,023 to $169,432; CO $110,938 to $155,313; WA $121,023 to $169,432. Other site ranges may differ.
Employment Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Standard background check required for all positions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Stock options for regular employees (20+ hours per week)
- Up to 4 weeks paid time off per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Performance-based bonuses (eligibility and amounts not guaranteed)