Experienced LO Propulsion Integration Engineer

Position Responsibilities

• LO propulsion integration activities for advanced platforms across concept, design, test, and qualification phases
• Develop and validate propulsion system LO architectures that meet performance, LO signature, and thermal management requirements
• Conduct trade studies, signature modeling, and sensitivity analyses for inlet, nozzle, and exhaust treatments
• Interface with aerodynamicists, structures, materials, thermal management, and signature engineering teams to ensure cohesive design solutions
• Define requirements, perform risk assessments, and establish verification/validation plans for propulsion integration items
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the LO discipline
• Produce and review technical documentation, specifications, and interface control documents (ICDs)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 5+ years of related work experience and a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education
• Demonstrated experience with propulsion integration on low-observable or stealth aircraft programs
• Strong understanding of LO fundamentals: radar cross-section (RCS) control, IR signature management, and materials/coatings impacts
• Hands-on experience with inlet/nozzle design, exhaust suppression/infrared reduction techniques, and internal/external flow path management
• Proficiency with LO propulsion/airframe integration analyses and tools (e.g., CEM, signature modeling, thermal analysis)
• Experience creating technical specifications, interface requirements, and verification plans

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in relevant field
• Experience with multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO) and integrated signatures analysis tools
• Familiarity with materials for LO applications and manufacturing/assembly constraints
• Propulsion integration and systems engineering
• LO signature control (RCS and IR)
• Signature modeling/data reduction software experience
• Test planning and flight test support
• Requirements development and ICD creation