Ground Systems Fluids/Mechanical Design Engineer | Mid - Senior Level
Core
Design and develop fluid and mechanical systems for ground test facilities supporting rocket engine and vehicle testing across the full system lifecycle.
Role type
Mid-Senior IC mechanical/fluid systems design engineer
Builds
High-pressure gas, cryogenic, and propellant fluid systems; mechanical test fixtures and structural supports for test stands
Domain
Aerospace propulsion and ground test infrastructure
Required skills
fluid mechanics, structural analysis, system integration, piping system design, component selection (valves, regulators, pumps), engineering drawing interpretation, P&ID creation, ASME code compliance, hazard assessment
Preferred skills
PTC Creo/ProEngineer, ProPiping, AutoCAD Plant/P&ID, Windchill, pipe stress analysis (Bentley AutoPipe, CAESAR II), fluid system simulation (AFT Arrow/Fathom), static/non-linear FEA (ANSYS), IEST cleanliness standards, propellant handling, HAZOP/FMEA methodologies
Technologies
PTC Creo, ProEngineer, ProPiping, AutoCAD Plant, Windchill, Bentley AutoPipe, CAESAR II, AFT Arrow, AFT Fathom, ANSYS
Responsibilities
Design fluid and mechanical systems for ground test facilities; develop engineering deliverables (P&IDs, models, drawings, eBOMs); apply fluid mechanics and structural analysis to high-pressure/cryogenic systems; design mechanical test fixtures; support hazard assessments (PHA, HAZOPs); participate in design reviews and PAR readiness; coordinate with suppliers on technical requirements; support proof testing and cleaning to IEST standards; apply ASME standards; provide on-site support for fabrication and installation; identify technical and schedule risks; maintain configuration management in Windchill
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC