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CesiumAstro · 5 days ago

Senior Valve Design Engineer I

positionEl Segundo, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$110K/yr - $135K/yr
date4+ years exp

CesiumAstro is a developer of innovative communication systems for satellites and airborne platforms. They are seeking a Senior Valve Design Engineer I to design and develop various types of valves, mentor engineers, and ensure vehicle systems meet performance and safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Design and develop a variety of valves, including pneumoactuated, electropneumatic, electrohydraulic check valves, throttles, and regulators
Own requirements definition, architecture trades, and system-level integration for assigned subsystems
Perform CFD analyses to evaluate performance parameters such as pressure drops and hydraulic characteristics
Conduct structural and thermal FEA simulations to ensure reliability and mechanical integrity under operating conditions
Develop and execute test programs, analyze experimental data, and apply findings to optimize designs
Collaborate across mechanical, aerospace, and controls engineering teams to deliver flight-ready hardware

Qualification

CAD systemsCFD simulationsFEA simulationsMechanical designAerospace propulsionAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
4+ years of industry experience in aerospace propulsion systems or related areas
Hands-on proficiency in CAD tools (Siemens NX, SolidWorks)
Strong expertise in Ansys CFX, Fluent, and Mechanical for simulation and analysis
Demonstrated expertise in structural or mechanical design for flight hardware
Experience in early-stage vehicle architecture and design trades
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Prior experience designing cryogenic valves for liquid rocket engines or other rocket systems
Practical experience in test bench setup and performance diagnostics
Familiarity with aerospace safety and reliability practices
Experience in a start-up or rapid development environment

Benefits

Company stock options
Health
Dental
Vision
HSA
FSA
Life
Disability
Retirement plans

Company

CesiumAstro

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CesiumAstro provides out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space or airborne platforms.
dateFounded in 2017
location
Austin, Texas, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.cesiumastro.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$185.24M
Key Investors
Trousdale VenturesAirbus Ventures
2024-06-18Series B· $65M
2024-02-13Series Unknown· $30M
2023-01-26Series Unknown· $2.09M

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