Senior Launch Fluids Engineer

A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
A minimum of four years of combined engineering experience
Demonstrated engineering fundamentals in thermal and fluid analyses
Working knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, and instrumentation

Responsible for designing, fabricating, operating, and maintaining Terran R’s launch pad and support facilities
Design launch pad propellant and gas infrastructure, including fluid system design, modeling, pipe stress analysis, fabrication drawings, process and instrumentation diagrams, component lists, and detailed work instructions
Supervise the construction activation & commissioning and initial operations of these facilities
Solve technically challenging problems across a variety of disciplines under varying programmatic pressures

Demonstrated ability to work in high-pressure environments and meet aggressive deadlines
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Experience safely operating complex fluid systems, including high-pressure gas, cryogenic fluids, flammable liquids and gases, and hydraulics
In-depth knowledge of launch vehicle ground support equipment and operations, including cryogenic tanks, pumps, valves, and instrumentation, or related experience
Demonstrated proficiency with ANSYS and other piping analysis software (Caesar, Bentley Autopipe, etc.)
Experience Working with DOD, USAF, and NASA personnel
Demonstrated customer service excellence and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external teams