Job Purpose And Primary Objectives
Benchmark has an opening for a Propulsion/Fluid Systems Engineer with a target start date in early July. In this role you will work on a small team within the Engineering Department that supports all active commercial contracts. This role will report directly to the Propulsion/Fluids Engineering Team Lead.
This role is on-site in our Burlington, Vermont location.
About Benchmark
Benchmark Space Systems is a leader in small satellite propulsion systems and in-space mobility services. We are focused on providing the most cost-effective propulsion solution for our clients/partner's Small Satellite mission needs, from simple orbit adjustments to high-agility maneuvers. Our patented and proprietary innovations have been specifically designed to improve safety and capability for spacecraft ranging from 3U through ESPA class. Specifically, our mission is to improve our client's/partner's missions through collaborative partnership and creative in-space mobility product solutions that are responsive to the safety, reliability, and cost-of-performance requirements of fundamental or advanced SmallSat and Rideshare missions.
Measurements Of Success/Primary Job Responsibilities
At its core, Benchmark is an entrepreneurial, fast paced organization. In this environment, we need all employees to solve problems, not be afraid to ask questions and be able to work with and help colleagues in different departments and positions by digging in and working on other tasks as needed/assigned depending on business needs.
With that said, there are primary job responsibilities and measurements of success for this position, which are:
- Perform fluid analysis, support component selection/placement, create/maintain Plumbing & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and produce any other necessary analysis, calculations, or documentation needed on commercial contracts.
- Capable of planning and executing custom component development and acceptance/qualification testing.
- Communicate with vendors as necessary and be knowledgeable in the performance of fluid system components in which you are assigned.
- Over time, act as component and/or system level responsible engineer and fluid system subject matter expert on assigned projects.
- Maintain a focus on efficiency by thinking of ways to improve Benchmark's processes within your area of expertise.
- Work closely with customers, systems engineering, program management, and other disciplines to generate and track fluid requirements.
- Work closely with program management and team leads to support customer facing reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) as necessary.
- Promote cross-discipline collaboration between mechanical, analysis, electrical, and software engineers.
Required Qualifications
- A passion for space technology and emerging ecosystems in and around current and future space activities.
- Be/become proficient in: Microsoft & Adobe Suite as well as possess the ability, agility, and can-do attitude to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and matrixed cross-functional environment.
Education And/or Experience
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace Engineering or relevant STEM fields.
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience working as a mechanical/fluids engineer/analyst in the aerospace industry.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
What you bring to the position, or have the ability to swiftly learn and be successful in:
- Demonstrated experience developing P&IDs, performing fluid analysis, sizing/sourcing fluid components, conducting fluid system tests and/or analyzing results, etc.
- Familiarity with environment testing (e.g. vibration, thermal, vacuum, EMI/EMC).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision.
- Rocket engine or combustion devices design, test, or operations experience.
Experience With
What makes you stand out:
- Experience working with green propellants.
- Have previously worked at an aerospace startup.
- Knowledge of in-space propulsion system fundamentals.
- Basic understanding of orbital mechanics and/or spacecraft operations.
- Familiar with SolidWorks, ANSYS, and SINDA/FLUINT.
Benefits
- Health insurance (100% coverage for individuals, 80% for families).
- Vision and dental insurance.
- Company paid life, AD&D, and disability insurances.
- Voluntary life insurance.
- FSA (health and dependent care).
- Employee assistance program.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Flexible schedule.
- Unlimited vacation.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
While performing duties of this job, the employee is predominately functioning in a sedentary light office position with high frequency of telephone communication, keyboarding, and computer. Occasional work in a laboratory setting will be required to support production and test teams and must possess the ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and work for long periods of time while standing.