✨ About The Role
- The role involves developing the architecture for the Terran R vehicle, focusing on gas storage solutions for a reusable rocket.
- Responsibilities include partnering with third-party vendors for the design and analysis of gas storage COPVs.
- The candidate will collaborate with thermo-fluid engineers on the design and operation of vehicle gas systems.
- Establishing test campaigns for the qualification and acceptance of COPVs will be a key task.
- The role requires performing tests, reviewing data, and supporting the integration of COPVs on the rocket.
- The candidate will be responsible for selecting, vetting, and managing vendors related to gas storage solutions.
- Performing trade studies to enhance gas storage solutions for future vehicles is part of the job.
- Long-term assessment of COPV design and manufacturing plans will also be a significant aspect of the role.
⚡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience is required for this role.
- Candidates should possess a strong understanding of pressure vessel engineering fundamentals.
- Experience in fluid and mechanical system design and operation is essential for success in this position.
- Familiarity with composite structures, particularly Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels (COPVs), is a plus.
- The candidate should thrive in a creative and fast-paced development environment, demonstrating autonomy in their work.
- Proficiency in CAD software is beneficial but not mandatory.
- A collaborative mindset is crucial, as the role involves working closely with various engineering disciplines.