Senior Propulsion / Turbomachinery Analyst I
Bulgaria
Engineering – Engineering /
Full-time /
On-site
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Propulsion / Turbomachinery Analyst I with experience in the aerodynamic and mechanical design of radial and axial turbomachinery systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CFD and FEA simulations, combined with hands-on experience in experimental development and testing of high-performance rotating machinery. This role involves close collaboration with an international R&D team to optimize the design and performance of turbomachinery components of liquid rocket engine feed system.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute CFD analyses (steady, transient, multiphase) to evaluate the performance of turbomachinery components of liquid rocket engine feed system.
- Perform structural and thermal FEA to ensure mechanical integrity under operation loads.
- Design aerodynamic flow paths and optimize turbomachinery elements using specialized software tools.
- Develop test programs, analyze experimental data, and apply results to improve design iterations.
- Develop CAD models and prepare designs for prototyping and manufacturing.
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, aerospace, and controls engineering.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or related fields.
- Minimum 4 years of industry experience in aerospace propulsion systems.
- Expertise in Ansys CFX, Fluent, and Mechanical for simulation tasks.
- Proficiency in MATLAB for data analysis and optimization.
- Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX, SolidWorks).
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Prior experience with cryogenic systems, liquid rocket engine turbopumps, or aviation engines.
- Hands-on experience in test bench setups and test article performance diagnostics.
CesiumAstro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by Bulgarian law.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
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