Sr. Propulsion Engineer (PPMS Team)

Location: Full-time onsite at the headquarters on Ellington Air Field in Houston, Texas, United States

Company

hirify.global develops propulsion platforms based on Rotating Detonation Rocket Engines and Venus Detonation Ramjets for space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight.

What you will do

• Design, analyze, manufacture, and test propulsion subsystems and assemblies.
• Develop CAD models, detailed propellant feed systems, engine P&IDs, tanks, and supporting tank structures.
• Model and optimize engine fluid networks and component performance.
• Develop test plans, execute testing, and analyze test results and hotfire data.
• Generate engine balances and requirements, evaluate engine cycles, and trade cycle efficiencies.
• Collaborate with vehicle engineering, test, structures, and avionics teams to satisfy system requirements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of aerospace vehicle and engine systems engineering or design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• 3+ years of CAD experience, especially with large assemblies.
• Experience with systems engineering, multidisciplinary projects, propulsion testing, fluid systems, structural or thermal analysis, and design for manufacturing.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, fluid-system components, and connections for high mechanical and thermal loads.
• Must be able to meet U.S. ITAR requirements through U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, protected-individual status, or applicable U.S. Department of State authorization.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with highly volume-constrained systems, engine or component testing, and project leadership.
• Familiarity with Agile methods and aerospace standards including SMC-S-016, NASA STD-5012, AIAA S-080A-2018, and ANSI/ISA 5.1.
• Experience standardizing design, analysis, and testing processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced engineering environment focused on solving complex propulsion challenges.
• 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Flex-Friday schedule and unlimited PTO.
• Professional development opportunities.