Turbopump Rotordynamics Engineer Verified today
About the role
The Exploration Company is developing propulsion systems for spacecraft. We seek a Turbopump Rotordynamics Engineer to join our Future Project division, responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing turbopump components for high-thrust rocket engines.
Key Responsibilities
- Make and document well-reasoned decisions in turbomachinery design
- Engage proactively with development engineers on conception, refinement, and validation of designs
- Carry out and review turbopump architectural trades
- Perform rotor dynamics analysis to inform cryogenic pump component specifications
- Design and procure cryogenic pump components based on specifications and best practices
- Supervise external subcontractors and communicate with suppliers
- Perform analytical modeling of geometric and mechanical problems and implement solutions in software
Requirements
- Master's Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline (or Bachelor with honors for NZ/AUS applicants); alternatively, Bachelor's degree with substantial relevant experience
- 3-5 years of proven experience working with fast rotating machinery
- Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and mechanical design
- Strong fundamentals in rotordynamics and machine dynamics
- Strong knowledge of bearings and rolling elements
- Good knowledge of materials
- Good understanding of industry standard and emerging manufacturing methods and their constraints
- Proficient in 3D CAD software and drafting
- Experience writing software or scripts in languages like Python
- Optional: hands-on experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes
What we value
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Analysis and problem-solving ability
- Research skills and ability to infer useful information from partial or contradictory sources
- Drive towards excellence with ability to work within time constraints
- Organization and task prioritization skills
Workplace
Location: Munich, Germany. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship provided where applicable.