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iRocket · 3 months ago

Turbo Pump Engineer

positionNew Hyde Park, NY
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
date3+ years exp

iRocket is pushing the frontier of reusable rocket propulsion, and they are seeking a Turbo Pump Engineer to design, analyze, and test turbomachinery for their reusable engines. The role involves designing high-performance turbopumps, performing various analyses, and collaborating cross-functionally with other teams.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingSpace TravelTransportation

Responsibilities

Design, model, build, and test high-performance turbopumps (inducers/impellers/diffusers) for cryogenic rocket engines
Perform hydrodynamic, aerodynamic, bearing, and rotor-dynamics analysis for rotating assemblies
Develop manufacturing plans and build books, manage tolerance stack-ups, and ensure as-built compliance
Monitor performance trends, analyze cavitation, vibration, thrust-balance, and clearance growth
Execute root-cause investigations, iterate designs to improve cost, lead-time, and reliability
Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, test, and propulsion design teams

Qualification

Turbomachinery experienceFluid dynamics knowledgeCAD proficiencyCFD/FEA experienceCryogenics knowledgeCommunicationDocumentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
3+ years of turbomachinery or rocket-engine component experience, including design/build/test of turbopumps or related systems
Strong knowledge of fluid/rotordynamics, cryogenics, bearings, and rotating machine behavior
Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX, SolidWorks, etc.), CFD/FEA, and test instrumentation
Experience with machined, additively-manufactured parts, weldments, fasteners, seals, and rotating assemblies
Strong communication and documentation skills, and ability to lead hardware workflows to delivery

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Wellness Resources

Company

iRocket

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iRocket is a fully autonomous reusable small launch vehicle manufacturer, utilizing 3D printing and additive manufacturing.
dateFounded in 2018
location
New York, New York, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
http://irocketusa.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$33M
Key Investors
Village Global
2025-07-25Acquired
2022-06-09Undisclosed· $33M

Leadership Team

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Asad Malik
CEO
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