Fluids Analyst II

About the role

As a Fluids Analyst II, you will perform high-fidelity fluids analyses to ensure the performance and reliability of our solid rocket motor (SRM) products. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams to support development, qualification, and production programs. This role exposes you to all systems across our SRM products and the unique challenges each component presents.

Responsibilities

• Use hand calculations and steady/transient CFD to predict fluid behavior throughout the SRM and its components.
• Build steady-state and transient 1D models of SRM fluid behavior.
• Identify potential design improvements and collaborate with engineering teams to meet system-level requirements.
• Evaluate test data and correlate analytical models with physical testing results.
• Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide continuous improvement, professional development, mentorship, and technical guidance to peers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in fluids analysis of aerospace components.
• Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) using commercial codes (ANSYS Fluent or CFX preferred; StarCCM+ or similar tools acceptable).
• Demonstrated experience in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident).
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with solid rocket motors, propulsion systems, or high-temperature materials.
• Background in thermal analysis of high-temperature aerospace components.
• Experience with modeling of two-phase compressible flows.
• Hands-on experience with testing and data correlation.
• Experience with the ANSYS FEA suite, basic 3D CAD software (NX preferred), or programming (Python preferred; MATLAB or other high-level languages acceptable).

Pay

Base compensation range: $89,000 – $112,000, determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Schedule

Full-time exempt.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO (vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement).
• Paid parental and adoptive leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tax-advantage accounts (HSA/FSA).
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability, basic life, and AD&D insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including life and emergency medical transport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement savings plan (401k) with company match.
• Equity grants in the company.