Fluid Systems Development Engineer Verified today

About the role

We are seeking a talented Fluid Systems Development Engineer to join the Storm engine project. As a key member of our System Team, you will play a central role in developing key fluid systems of the engine.

What you will do

• Translate engine-level functional and performance requirements into fluid-system requirements, architectures, and development priorities.
• Lead architecture trade-off studies, sensitivity analyses, and risk assessments to support robust design decisions.
• Define and manage the development roadmap for fluid-system sub-assemblies, from concept through maturation and qualification.
• Lead the design of fluid systems and the selection, development, and integration of their components, including make-or-buy decisions.
• Define and manage the verification and validation strategy, including requirements, test specifications, acceptance criteria, and evidence of compliance.
• Design and specify the pneumatic equipment required to support demonstrator test campaigns and test-article operations.
• Analyse test data to assess system performance, identify discrepancies, and validate and anchor fluid-system models.
• Feed test results and lessons learned back into system design, requirements, and future development activities.

What we are looking for

• Master's Degree or higher (or NZ and AUS Bachelor with honors) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree with substantial relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of proven experience developing propulsion fluid systems.
• Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and cryogenic fluids.
• Good knowledge of fluid components such as check-valves and pressure regulators.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in German or French is an asset.
• Basic knowledge of aerospace standards such as ECSS and NASA guidelines.
• Experience writing scripts in Python.
• Experience using 3D CAD software (Siemens NX is an asset).
• Optional: experience with modelling and simulation tools such as EcosimPro.
• Optional: hands-on experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes.

Skills and behaviors

• Strong ability to work in close collaboration with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong research skills and ability to infer useful information from partial or contradictory sources.
• Drive towards excellence coupled with ability to work within time constraints.
• Proficiency in organization and prioritization of tasks.