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Propulsion Engineer, Thermal & Fluid Analysis (Starship)

SpaceX is pioneering space exploration with their Starship program aiming to enable human life on Mars. They seek a Propulsion Engineer specializing in Thermal & Fluid Analysis to optimize spacecraft propulsion performance and ensure vehicle reliability.

Skills

  • Proficiency with engineering simulation software such as MATLAB.
  • Knowledge of spacecraft propulsion systems and fluid components.
  • Experience with thermal and fluid networks (0-D and 1-D).
  • Scripting skills, particularly in Python.
  • Strong communication abilities to convey technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct per-mission analysis on attitude control and propellant systems to maximize performance.
  • Automate engineering workflows to reduce manual analysis effort.
  • Identify opportunities to improve system robustness and operational simplicity.
  • Document engineering decisions and review peer outputs for quality assurance.
  • Collaborate proactively to support vehicle design and mission success.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
  • Master's degree in Engineering preferred.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking space exploration technology.
  • Collaborative environment with passionate and expert teams.
  • Competitive compensation and growth potential.
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