Senior Aero Centrifugal Pump Engineer (Remote)

General Job Summary

The Senior Centrifugal Pump Engineer will be involved in various analysis tasks of rocket engine components, and product/process improvements. Responsibilities will include all aspects of the design process including conceptual design, geometry creation through CAD programs, CFD analysis to solve technical problems and provide test support. This position provides opportunities for diverse technical challenges to work on a unique set of programs in a team environment.

Remote Position Experience And Skills

• 10+ years' applied industry aerodynamic design experience in centrifugal pumps with a proficient understanding of practical design limitations, and analysis.
• Experience in all phases of development: conceptual design, analysis, test and validation.
• Experience in hydrodynamic design and cavitation testing of inducers, pumps and volutes for turbopump rocket applications is preferred.
• Proficiency in computational fluid dynamics and associated geometry and meshing tools (ANSYS CFX, Fluent, ICEM, Turbogrid, Autogrid) is strongly desired.
• Experience in use of geometry generator and throughflow analysis for Centrifugal bladed geometry (AxCent, BladeGen, Vista).
• Relevant experience in aerodynamic design of flowpath components for centrifugal pumps (e.g. radial inlets, inlet guide vanes, inducers, impellers, vaned and vaneless diffusers, cross-over/return channels, and discharge volutes).
• Available to be onsite for testing, design reviews and provide support for operational issues as needed.
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
• Able to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: experience integrating work in a team, interfacing with customer.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Able to make technical presentations.

Education and Experience

• BS/MS/PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering
• 10+ years' experience of aerodynamics focus on centrifugal pump turbomachinery applications and/or centrifugal pumps
• Proficiency with Ansys software preferred
• Proficiency with CAD (NX software strongly desired)

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Office and/or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones, rotating wrist, using tools/equipment).

Travel Requirements

Yes, if applicable.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays

Company Information

• Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
• Parent Company of Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT)
• Based in Jupiter, Florida
• Additional Offices in Derby, UK, and Wildau, Germany
• Employs over 300 engineers and technicians
• Over 4,000 years of combined experience in aerospace (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery
• Specializes in rocket turbopumps, aircraft engines, and high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
• Provides innovative engineering services, testing, and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion, and industrial power applications
• Leverages cross-industry capabilities to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions that benefit our customers

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply.

Accessibility

Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.

Pay Transparency

The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.