Manager, Propulsion (Fuel System) (R5088)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Lead fuel system development activities from architecture through testing and flight operations.
• Support and mentor fuel system REs responsible for fuel tanks, pumps, valves, vent systems, and associated propulsion hardware.
• Drive system integration efforts considering elevated-G maneuvers, transient operation, vapor ingestion, cavitation, thermal effects, and fault tolerance.
• Guide teams through fuel system thermodynamic and fluid dynamic trade studies involving heat soak, vapor pressure behavior, venting, and transient flow response.
• Coordinate testing activities, instrumentation planning, and performance validation efforts.
• Support failure investigations, root cause analysis, and design iteration activities.
• Ensure schedules, technical execution, and supplier activities remain aligned with program goals.
• Collaborate closely with propulsion, airframe, mission systems, and manufacturing teams.

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 7-10+ years of experience developing aerospace fuel or fluid systems.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and aerospace propulsion fundamentals.
• Deep understanding of compressible and incompressible flow systems and aerospace fluid dynamics.
• Experience with fuel system integration, testing, and operational support.
• Experience leading engineering teams or major subsystem development activities.
• U.S. Citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements.
• Experience with jet-powered UAVs, tactical aircraft, or aerospace fuel systems.