Staff Fluid Systems Engineer

Job DetailExperience Level PrincipalDegree Type Master of Science (MS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type On SiteJob Reference 0000019765Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Aerospace & DefenseSelling Points Lead critical fluid systems engineering for advanced autonomous air vehicles. Collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative, flight-ready solutions. Elevate technical standards and mentor a dynamic engineering team.Job DescriptionStaff Fluid Systems Engineer OverviewThe Staff Fluid Systems Engineer will lead the architecture, integration, and validation of aircraft fluid systems for advanced autonomous air vehicles.Provide technical leadership for critical subsystems, collaborating across disciplines to develop robust, flight-ready solutions from concept to production.Utilize exceptional engineering judgment and expertise to solve complex multidisciplinary problems and elevate technical standards across the organization.Contribute to the development of unconventional aircraft configurations, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability.Engage in cross-functional integration with propulsion, structures, avionics, controls, and other teams to achieve vehicle-level success.Mentor engineers and establish engineering standards to enhance technical execution and innovation.Support customer demonstrations, supplier engagements, and flight test activities to showcase capabilities and ensure project success.Staff Fluid Systems Engineer Key Responsibilities & DutiesDefine architecture, interfaces, and system requirements for fuel, hydraulic, thermal management, environmental control, and pneumatic systems.Lead subsystem development, making critical technical decisions balancing performance, reliability, and cost.Perform analytical work, including fluid network modeling and thermal analysis, to support architecture decisions.Oversee the selection, development, and integration of aerospace fluid hardware, ensuring compliance with standards.Drive cross-functional integration to ensure successful vehicle-level performance and subsystem qualification.Lead technical reviews, design trades, and failure investigations throughout the development lifecycle.Develop verification strategies and lead subsystem qualification through rigorous testing and data analysis.Build strong partnerships with suppliers to ensure engineering oversight and production readiness.Staff Fluid Systems Engineer Job RequirementsMaster's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering or a related field.10+ years of experience in aerospace fluid systems development, with ownership of complex subsystems.Expertise in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and aerospace fluid system design.Proficiency with system-level modeling tools and 3D CAD software (NX preferred).Experience with unconventional aircraft configurations and clean-sheet aircraft development.Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.Strong hands-on engineering experience with prototype development and testing.