Principal Mechanical Engineer (SRM Thermal Analysis)
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JobgetherAerospace engineering
Based in the United StatesFull-TimePrincipal
SalaryAnnual salary range of approximately $119,000–$161,000
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Job Details
- Experience
- 8–10 years of relevant professional experience
- Required Skills
- Microsoft ExcelPowerPoint
Requirements
- Have an engineering degree and an associate-level educational credential or equivalent combination as specified in the role requirements; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Bring 8–10 years of relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrate understanding of thermal analysis and experience evaluating thermal performance in complex mechanical or engineering systems.
- Have knowledge of applied mechanics, mechanical design, design optimization, design reviews, prototyping, and requirements engineering or analysis.
- Be familiar with CAD and CAE software and tools used for thermal analysis and engineering modeling.
- Be able to validate engineering models against test data, evaluate material properties, and support predictive analytical methods.
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and able to prepare technical reports and presentations.
- Communicate technical findings and participate in design reviews with colleagues and customers.
- Demonstrate critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to investigate complex technical problems and recommend solutions.
- Manage assignments independently, collaborate across disciplines, guide others, and exercise sound professional judgment.
- Prioritize tasks and meet project commitments.
- Be willing to travel as needed; travel may reach approximately 25%.
Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed thermal analyses of solid rocket motor components to evaluate performance and support engineering design decisions.
- Determine sizing requirements for internal insulation, external thermal protection systems, and structural insulators.
- Validate analytical models against test data and develop predictive models for material ablation and erosion.
- Define sub-scale testing approaches to characterize insulation and ablative material properties.
- Assess and recommend ablative materials and thermal protection systems for solid rocket motor applications.
- Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to design, analyze, modify, test, and evaluate mechanical systems and components.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and computer-generated reports.
- Investigate system failures, identify potential causes, recommend corrective actions, and collaborate with engineering and operational teams.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations documenting engineering analysis and present findings to peers and customers.
- Coordinate with engineers and stakeholders to resolve technical issues, communicate requirements, and ensure designs meet performance specifications.
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