Launch Fluids Engineer I

Overview You will design, build, and operate the Terran R launch pad facilities, shaping the ground support ecosystem to enable high‑cadence launches. You’ll work across disciplines, solving complex fluid and thermal challenges and supervising activation and commissioning of the facilities. This role sits at the intersection of propellant handling, fluid systems, and ground operations, offering hands‑on impact in a pioneering program. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams to push the boundaries of space launch while delivering reliable operations. This is a high‑visibility role where your work directly supports flight readiness and mission success. Compensation / Benefitscompetitive salary and equitygenerous PTO and sick leaveparential leaveannual learning and development stipendopportunity to work on a transformative aerospace program ResponsibilitiesDesign, fabricate, operate, and maintain launch pad and support facilities for Terran RDesign launch pad propellant and gas infrastructure, including fluid system design, modeling, pipe stress analysis, fabrication drawings, P&IDs, component lists, and detailed work instructionsSupervise construction activation, commissioning, and initial operations of these facilitiesSolve technically challenging problems across multiple disciplines under varying programmatic pressures Key requirementsBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related fieldExperience in thermal and fluid analysesExperience with fluid components (valves, regulators, instrumentation)Ability to obtain security clearance (background check required)Problem solving and critical thinkingStrong communication with internal and external customersAbility to work under high pressure and meet aggressive deadlinesANSYSCaesarBentley Autopipe