Senior Manager, Fluid Systems Design

Responsibilities

• Lead design team translating architecture choices for propulsion, TCS and ECLSS systems into vehicle packaging for future Haven modules.
• Own component-level design practices for propulsion, TCS and ECLSS.
• Develop process tools to streamline design activities, enabling component responsible engineers to be force multipliers for the design team.
• Lead team of designers across the fluid systems engineering team, flexing resources as needed, and building cross-system experience in the team.
• Interface with structures design team on overall vehicle integration, establishing and enforcing standard design and modeling practices.
• Collaborate with the fluid system analysis team on structural, fracture, and dynamics requirements for design validation.
• Partner with the fluid system test team to design ground support equipment and test stands needed for development, qualification and acceptance testing.
• Build and mentor a team of design engineers, establishing clear ownership and accountability for world-class design work.
• Drive communication and collaboration between fluid systems design, structures, and operations, resolving manufacturing and integration challenges.
• Support risk management, CDR/dCDR action item tracking, and lessons-learned capture from prior missions.
• Partner with information systems team on design tool development and deployment.
• Manage technical interfaces with external partners and government agencies on propulsion system requirements and supplier qualification.
• Coordinate with external research partners on advanced system development and evaluations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in fluid systems engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successful project management and leadership in complex, high-stakes environments.
• Experience with propulsion, thermal control, and environmental control systems design.
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and structural mechanics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Desired:

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with space station design and operation.
• Knowledge of space agency regulations and standards.
• Experience with propulsion system requirements and supplier qualification.
• Experience with external research partnerships and advanced system development.