Transmission Engineer – Combat Jet & Cryogenic Engines
Join our elite propulsion systems team and take part in building the next generation of aerospace propulsion — from supersonic combat jet engines to high-performance cryogenic rocket systems. We’re seeking a dedicated Transmission Engineer to bridge the world between rotational power and mechanical efficiency.
Scope of Work
- Design and develop high-efficiency transmission systems for turbomachinery and cryogenic turbopumps.
- Collaborate with propulsion, structural, and thermal engineers to ensure seamless power delivery and mechanical integrity.
- Analyze gearbox loads, torque paths, and vibration characteristics under extreme flight conditions.
- Assist in the integration of starter-generator units and clutches in compact engine layouts.
- Participate in testbed validation and endurance testing of transmission systems.
Nature of Work
- Multi-disciplinary collaboration with teams across engine design, control systems, and manufacturing.
- Hands-on involvement in FEA, modal analysis, and NVH tuning of gear systems.
- Opportunity to work with exotic materials (titanium, Inconel, carbon composites) in high-speed rotating assemblies.
- Frequent design iteration using advanced CAD tools and simulation workflows.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Automotive Engineering.
- Strong grasp of gear design, tribology, torque transmission, and fatigue analysis.
- Experience with rotating machinery and high-speed drivetrain design.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar CAD tools; ANSYS/MSC or equivalent FEA tools.
- Prior work on high RPM systems, race car drivetrains, gas turbines, or rocket turbopumps is a strong plus.
Preferred Skills
- Understanding of lubrication systems, bearings, and shaft sealing under extreme conditions.
- Familiarity with cryogenic environments, thermal contraction effects, and aerospace-grade tolerances.
- Knowledge of control systems for electric or hydraulic actuation in propulsion assemblies.