Job Description
Job Description
iRocket is pushing the frontier of reusable rocket propulsion. We’re looking for a Turbo Pump Engineer to design, analyze, and test turbomachinery for our reusable engines.
The Role
- Design, model, build, and test high-performance turbopumps (inducers / impellers / diffusers) for cryogenic rocket engines.
- Perform hydrodynamic, aerodynamic, bearing, and rotor-dynamics analysis for rotating assemblies.
- Develop manufacturing plans and build books, manage tolerance stack-ups, and ensure as-built compliance.
- Monitor performance trends, analyze cavitation, vibration, thrust-balance, and clearance growth.
- Execute root-cause investigations, iterate designs to improve cost, lead-time, and reliability.
- Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, test, and propulsion design teams.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.3+ years of turbomachinery or rocket-engine component experience, including design / build / test of turbopumps or related systems.Strong knowledge of fluid / rotordynamics, cryogenics, bearings, and rotating machine behavior.Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX, SolidWorks, etc.), CFD / FEA, and test instrumentation.Experience with machined, additively-manufactured parts, weldments, fasteners, seals, and rotating assemblies.Strong communication and documentation skills, and ability to lead hardware workflows to delivery.Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)Short Term & Long Term DisabilityWellness Resources