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Syberjet · 2 days ago

Senior Propulsion and Fuel Systems Engineer

Chandler, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

SyberJet is an emerging leader in aerospace, seeking a Senior Propulsion & Fuel Systems Engineer to lead the integration of advanced propulsion and fuel systems on their aircraft programs. This role involves technical engineering leadership, project oversight, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations to bring innovative aircraft designs to life.

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Hiring Manager

Roxandra Acosta

Responsibilities

Lead the integration of new turbofan engines and associated fuel systems into the aircraft design

Define and manage system-level requirements, interfaces, and design constraints for propulsion, fuel systems, and bleed air

Guide supplier selection and coordination, ensuring design alignment and certification readiness

Ensure mechanical and electrical subsystems are harmonized with engine and fuel system integration needs

Coordinate the integration and application of engine bleed air for aircraft anti-ice and pneumatic systems, ensuring safe and effective performance

Serve as the technical lead for propulsion and fuel systems certification efforts

Coordinate with FAA ACOs and DERs (Designated Engineering Representatives) on compliance planning and issue resolution

Develop and contribute to compliance documentation, including means of compliance matrices, certification plans, compliance checklists, and engineering reports

Author, support, and review System Safety Assessments (SSAs), including FHA, FTA, and SSA documents per ARP4761 guidance

Drive validation of certification artifacts against FAA Part 23 requirements

Support propulsion and fuel system ground and flight test programs

Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for any propulsion-related anomalies or discrepancies during testing

Evaluate performance data and verify compliance with safety and performance objectives

Use Siemens NX for 3D Modeling, assembly design, and drafting. Produce detailed engineering drawings and specifications

Manage product data, track design changes, and ensure documentation is current and accessible using Teamcenter, Jira, and Confluence

Analyze and resolve design issues, offering innovative solutions to engineering challenges

Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the design and development team

Qualification

FAA certificationPropulsion system designFuel system integrationSystem Safety AssessmentsSiemens NXTeamcenterSimulinkMATLABContinuous improvementAgile DevelopmentProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in aerospace, Mechanical, or Propulsion Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 8 years of experience in aircraft turbofan propulsion system design and integration, with at least 5 years supporting FAA certification (Part 23 or Part 25)

Demonstrated experience supporting or leading System Safety Assessments

Solid understanding of FAA certification processes, including working with FAA DERs or as an ODA member

Working knowledge of aircraft fuel system design, propulsion system controls, and engine bleed air systems (particularly for anti-icing and pneumatic integration)

Experience with Simulink, MATLAB, or engine performance simulation tools is desired

Proficiency with Siemens NX and Teamcenter