Description
We are seeking a Manager of Propulsion to lead propulsion subsystem and component development for the X-BAT vehicle, powered by a fighter-class, afterburning jet engine. This role oversees the development of flight-critical propulsion hardware including valves, ducting, secondary structures, thermal systems, bleed air systems, oil systems, and integrated mechanical components operating in challenging thermal, vibration, and mass-constrained environments. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of propulsion engineers and technicians responsible for cradle-to-grave development of propulsion components and subsystem architectures. This role requires strong technical leadership, execution ownership, and close coordination across propulsion, airframe, manufacturing, controls, and flight test organisations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading propulsion subsystem and component development activities from concept through flight operations.
- Mentoring propulsion engineers responsible for propulsion hardware design, integration, testing, and operational support.
- Designing and developing propulsion components requiring careful balance of mass, thermal capability, structural integrity, manufacturability, and performance.
- Guiding engineering teams through challenging thermal and flow environments involving high temperatures, pressure loads, vibration, and transient operation.
- Driving component-level architecture and integration decisions for valves, actuators, ducts, mounts, and supporting propulsion hardware.
- Driving cross-functional alignment between design, manufacturing, supply chain, test, and vehicle teams.
- Supporting technical reviews, integration planning, and root cause investigations.
- Driving team execution, staffing priorities, technical rigor, and measurable results.
- Coordinating supplier activities and technical deliverables supporting propulsion hardware.