Fluids Design Engineer III

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. Design, analyze, and test pneumatic, cryogenic, thermal, and environmental control fluid systems .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $121,023 - $169,432 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and analyzing fluid systems for aerospace applications, with proficiency in 3D CAD and FEA tools. Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and experience in managing project timelines and vendor relationships are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Aerospace Engineering Degree5+ Years Experience in Fluid Systems3D CAD Proficiency - CreoFinite Element Analysis - ANSYSPiping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

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Hard Skills

Fluid System DesignData AnalysisTechnical DocumentationComponent SpecificationsFabrication and Installation DrawingsStandard Piping-System ComponentsValves, Regulators, and Pumps KnowledgeConfiguration ControlSolid ModelingExperimental Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingStakeholder EngagementContinuous Improvement

Industry Keywords

Aerospace VehiclesFluid Control SystemsVendor ManagementBudget ManagementDesign Reviews

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, analyze, and test pneumatic, cryogenic, thermal, and environmental control fluid systems
Develop and validate fluid-system models using relevant software tools
Conduct experiments and analyze data on system and component performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate fluid systems into aerospace vehicles
Prepare technical documentation and present findings to stakeholders
Participate in design reviews and provide technical input for continuous improvement
Manage vendors, schedules, and budgets
Author component specifications
Manage suppliers through design, development, qualification, and delivery of flight hardware

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four-year aerospace or mechanical engineering degree (or similar discipline)
5+ years of experience in a similar role
Experience with solid modeling, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and configuration control of engineering and documentation
Experience understanding fabrication and installation drawings
Knowledge of standard piping-system components, installation, and fabrication methods
Knowledge of fluid components used in tubing and piping systems, including valves, regulators, and pumps
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge of 3D CAD programs; Creo preferred
Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs; ANSYS preferred
U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residency, or lawful admission to the U.S. as a refugee or asylee
Ability to pass the required Blue Standard Background Check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results
Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation support