Senior Fluids Design Engineer

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

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $145,188 - $203,263 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 a strong focus on project management, technical documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficient in using advanced modeling software and conducting performance analysis of fluid components.

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Aerospace Engineering Degree8+ Years Experience3D CAD Programs - CreoFinite Element Analysis - ANSYSFluid System Design

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Hard Skills

Fluid System ModelingPiping And Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)Configuration ControlFabrication And Installation DrawingsFluid Components KnowledgeValves KnowledgeRegulators KnowledgePumps KnowledgeTechnical DocumentationData Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationProject Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Merchant Mariner Credential

Industry Keywords

Aerospace VehiclesCross-Functional TeamsDesign ReviewsContinuous ImprovementSupplier Management

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 projects, including 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)
8+ 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 components, installation, and fabrication methods of piping systems
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. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee or asylee
Background check required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential for certain job profiles

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a 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 eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on role type and job level