Fluids Engineer

Fluids Engineer – Launch & Propulsion SystemsLocation: Kent, Washington (Onsite)Salary: $100,000 – $135,000 Base + Equity + BenefitsEmployment: Full-TimeWe're partnered with a well-funded, fast-growing space technology company developing next-generation spacecraft and propulsion systems. Backed by leading investors, the business is building ambitious flight hardware and expanding its engineering team in Washington.They're looking for a Fluids Engineer to take ownership of critical propulsion and vehicle fluid systems, working hands-on from initial design through manufacturing, testing and flight.This is an opportunity to join a highly technical team where you'll have genuine ownership of hardware, work closely with experienced propulsion engineers and see your designs progress into real flight applications.The RoleDesign and develop fluid hardware including valves, regulators, manifolds, feedlines, pressure vessels and pneumatic systems.Own fluid subsystem development from concept through design, analysis, manufacturing, integration and testing.Perform fluid and mechanical analysis including pressure drop, flow sizing, FEA and tolerance stack-ups.Develop CAD models, engineering drawings and technical specifications.Support qualification testing including proof, burst, leak, flow and cycle-life testing.Work directly with manufacturing and test teams to troubleshoot hardware and implement design improvements.Support propulsion system integration, hot-fire testing and vehicle operations.What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.1+ years of experience designing fluid hardware or high-performance mechanical systems (internships, co-ops and relevant university projects considered).Experience with components such as valves, regulators, tubing, manifolds, tanks or pressure vessels.Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and mechanical design principles.Proficiency with CAD tools such as NX, SolidWorks, Creo or CATIA.Experience taking hardware through design, build and testing.Hands-on engineering mindset and an interest in developing flight-critical hardware.Highly Desirable:Rocket propulsion, launch vehicle or spacecraft fluid systems experience.Cryogenic systems, high-pressure gas systems or propellant feed systems.Valve design, qualification testing or propulsion hot-fire experience.Experience working in a fast