Propulsion Engineer (Mid-Level, Senior)

1w1 week ago

Boeing

Berkeley, US · Full-time · $112,200 – $185,150

About this role

The Engineering Technology & Innovation organization is looking for a Propulsion Engineer to join the Energy and Propulsion team in St. Louis, MO. Teams are hiring for Mid-Level and Senior Level roles. Drive the future of aerospace by designing and integrating cutting-edge propulsion systems from subsonic to hypersonic.

Develop next-generation air vehicles and lead hands-on testing and analysis. Collaborate with suppliers and mentor emerging engineers. Work across the Boeing Enterprise, building connections at domestic and international sites to advance propulsion systems for diverse customers.

Define and control functional and physical interfaces between propulsion systems and vehicles. Configure propulsion sub-systems and components to meet design and performance specifications. Perform testing, analysis, modeling, and simulation to predict and validate system performance.

Join a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment at Boeing. Benefit from great opportunities for professional growth. Shape the future of propulsion technology while innovating and collaborating to make the world a better place.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
3+ years of experience in propulsion engineering
Proficient in applying knowledge of internal and external flow characteristics related to inlets, nozzles, and engine operation with capability to perform propulsion system analysis tasks
Experience in planning, conducting, coordinating, or developing test requirements for wind tunnel, ground, or flight testing to evaluate propulsion systems
Understanding of the interactions between propulsion, aerodynamics, and flight controls as part of a collaborative Flight Sciences engineering team
Foundational knowledge of gas turbine engine operation and thermodynamics
Foundational knowledge of propulsion integration and engine-inlet matching
Experience with CAD software (e.g. CATIA, NX) for inlet geometry design

Responsibilities

Defines, coordinates, and controls the functional and physical interfaces between the propulsion system and the vehicle
Configures or designs propulsion sub-systems and components to meet all vehicle design and performance specifications
Performs or leads a range of testing, analysis, modeling, and simulation activities aimed at predicting and validating system performance
Develops concepts for future propulsion systems to meet anticipated requirements
Supports development of specifications and architectural and configuration concepts for associated vehicle systems to meet customer and regulatory requirements
Manages and coordinates propulsion vendors
Works independently under direction from Subject Matter Experts
Mentors early career engineers