Propulsion Engineer, Structures

Role Overview

As part of the Propulsion Team, you will:

• Work in the structural and stress engineering domains for the Superpower gas turbin engine, including static and rotating components
• Work on the structural metrics by routinely executing structural & life assessments using applicable analytical methods and analyses (FEA)
• Develop and integrate toolchains and processes, including multi-disciplinary workflows and automation
• Beyond these specific things, there are many opportunities to get involved in all aspects of Superpower engine development and propulsion system integration, including fabrication and testing. Bring your curiosity!

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience
• Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages
• Experience in structural assessments in rotating and non-rotating components for the axial turbomachinery applications (Goodman diagram, Campbell diagram, etc.)
• Analytical and experimental experiences with analyzing different fatigue phenomena, such as flutter, HCF, LCF, thermo-mechanical fatigue, etc.
• Strength in various analytical tools and methods such as ANSYS Mechanical / NASTRAN
• Collaborate with aero, thermal, SAS to find the right structural solutions that meet all loads and failure mode cases
• Ability to navigate through CAD to support module integration efforts in the engine
• Willingness to both speak and listen, to give opinions and receive opinions, to consider all the data and be part of building the team consensus to move forward

What Will Set You Apart

• Component or module ownership experience in a turbomachinery program or product
• Experience with engine rig tests, bearings, or rotordynamics
• Knowledge of engine mounts and dynamic load scenarios such as fan blade failure and sustained imbalance under windmilling
• Supersonic jet engine or gas turbine engine design experience
• Part 33 commercial certification experience
• Experience working with advanced materials such as superalloys
• Experience simulating impact dynamics in tools such as LS-DYNA
• Experience with developing tools that incorporate structures analysis into multi-discipline analysis and design workflows (MDAO)
• Background in developing design tools, methods or processes
• Testing and data-reduction experience
• A strong desire to avoid bureaucracy and move fast in a dynamic environment

Compensation

• P2 Level - Typically 0 - 5 years of experience - Base salary range: $85,000 – $105,000
• P3 Level - Typically 5 - 10 years of experience - Base salary range: $105,000 – $130,000
• P4 Level - Typically 10 - 15 years of experience - Base salary range: $130,000 – $170,000

Additional Information

• Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
• ITAR Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government aerospace technology export regulations (ITAR and EAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.
• Boom is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.