Powertrain Systems Engineer
Peoria, IL · On-site
Propulsion system operating modes definition & analysis * Automotive powertrain architecture & vehicle system understanding * Vehicle dynamics and overall vehicle behavior understanding * MATLAB ...
Powertrain Systems Engineer
Peoria, IL · On-site
Propulsion system operating modes definition & analysis * Automotive powertrain architecture & vehicle system understanding * Vehicle dynamics and overall vehicle behavior understanding * MATLAB ...
Propulsion Engineer
Houston, TX · On-site
$105K - $130K/yr
Experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle propulsion systems * Familiarity with high-pressure ... Collaborate with experienced aerospace engineers on complex, mission-critical systems * Develop ...
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Propulsion Engineer
Houston, TX · On-site
$105K - $130K/yr
Experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle propulsion systems * Familiarity with high-pressure ... Collaborate with experienced aerospace engineers on complex, mission-critical systems * Develop ...
Propulsion Systems Engineer
$125K - $175K/yr
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
Propulsion Systems Engineer
$125K - $175K/yr
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
... systems and vehicle propulsion system design and development. * Provide systems insight and lead ... Lead systems engineering efforts for thruster integration, coordinating across multidisciplinary ...
... systems and vehicle propulsion system design and development. * Provide systems insight and lead ... Lead systems engineering efforts for thruster integration, coordinating across multidisciplinary ...
Propulsion Systems Engineer
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
Propulsion Systems Engineer
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
... systems and vehicle propulsion system design and development. * Provide systems insight and lead ... Lead systems engineering efforts for thruster integration, coordinating across multidisciplinary ...
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... systems and vehicle propulsion system design and development. * Provide systems insight and lead ... Lead systems engineering efforts for thruster integration, coordinating across multidisciplinary ...
Propulsion Systems Engineer
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
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Propulsion Systems Engineer
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
... systems and vehicle propulsion system design and development. * Provide systems insight and lead ... Lead systems engineering efforts for thruster integration, coordinating across multidisciplinary ...
... systems and vehicle propulsion system design and development. * Provide systems insight and lead ... Lead systems engineering efforts for thruster integration, coordinating across multidisciplinary ...
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Propulsion team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle product ownership of ...
Space Propulsion Systems Engineer
Natick, MA · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
As a Space Propulsion Systems Engineer at Busek, you will own the requirements baseline that drives propulsion system design and ensure mission needs are met through structured verification and ...
Space Propulsion Systems Engineer
Natick, MA · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
As a Space Propulsion Systems Engineer at Busek, you will own the requirements baseline that drives propulsion system design and ensure mission needs are met through structured verification and ...
Space Propulsion Systems Engineer
Natick, MA · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
As a Space Propulsion Systems Engineer at Busek, you will own the requirements baseline that drives propulsion system design and ensure mission needs are met through structured verification and ...
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Space Propulsion Systems Engineer
Natick, MA · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
As a Space Propulsion Systems Engineer at Busek, you will own the requirements baseline that drives propulsion system design and ensure mission needs are met through structured verification and ...
Propulsion Systems Engineer II
Berthoud, CO · On-site
$92K - $115K/yr
This role sits at the intersection of propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test, with ownership from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.
Propulsion Systems Engineer II
Berthoud, CO · On-site
$92K - $115K/yr
This role sits at the intersection of propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test, with ownership from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.
Synchronize the calibration of various sub-systems-including the engine, electric generator/motors ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a ...
Synchronize the calibration of various sub-systems-including the engine, electric generator/motors ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a ...
Synchronize the calibration of various sub-systems-including the engine, electric generator/motors ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a ...
Synchronize the calibration of various sub-systems-including the engine, electric generator/motors ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a ...
Propulsion Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$104K - $166K/yr
Responsibilities The Propulsion Engineer provides technical intelligence analysis and engineering ... Experience with missile, rocket, or space-launch vehicle propulsion systems, gained through ...
Propulsion Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$104K - $166K/yr
Responsibilities The Propulsion Engineer provides technical intelligence analysis and engineering ... Experience with missile, rocket, or space-launch vehicle propulsion systems, gained through ...
Propulsion Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$104K - $166K/yr
Responsibilities The Propulsion Engineer provides technical intelligence analysis and engineering ... Experience with missile, rocket, or space-launch vehicle propulsion systems, gained through ...
Propulsion Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$104K - $166K/yr
Responsibilities The Propulsion Engineer provides technical intelligence analysis and engineering ... Experience with missile, rocket, or space-launch vehicle propulsion systems, gained through ...
Vehicle Propulsion System Calibration Engineer
Dearborn, MI · On-site +1
$85K - $192K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a ... Experience in Fuel cell propulsion systems * Previous experience in Formula SAE or related ...
Vehicle Propulsion System Calibration Engineer
Dearborn, MI · On-site +1
$85K - $192K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a ... Experience in Fuel cell propulsion systems * Previous experience in Formula SAE or related ...
Propulsion Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$104K - $166K/yr
Responsibilities The Propulsion Engineer provides technical intelligence analysis and engineering ... Experience with missile, rocket, or space-launch vehicle propulsion systems, gained through ...
Propulsion Engineer
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$104K - $166K/yr
Responsibilities The Propulsion Engineer provides technical intelligence analysis and engineering ... Experience with missile, rocket, or space-launch vehicle propulsion systems, gained through ...
This role sits at the intersection of propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test, with ownership from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.
This role sits at the intersection of propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test, with ownership from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.
This role sits at the intersection of propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test, with ownership from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.
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This role sits at the intersection of propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test, with ownership from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.
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Powertrain Systems Engineer
Peoria, IL • On-site
Tachyon Technologies LLC
• IT Services • 51 - 200 employees51 - 200 employees
Full-time
Re-posted 18 days ago
Job description
Overview:
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Powertrain Systems Engineer to lead system-level analysis, requirement engineering, and functional decomposition for next-generation propulsion systems. The role involves working across mechanical, electrical, and software domains to define, analyze, and validate powertrain system behavior across the V-model development lifecycle. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and support agile development of advanced propulsion technologies including conventional and hybrid systems.
Key responsibilities:
Professional Skills:
Skills:
Powertrain systems engineering (ICE & hybrid) Requirements engineering & V-model traceability IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Generation (DNG) Vehicle dynamics & powertrain architecture MATLAB / Simulink modeling
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Powertrain Systems Engineer to lead system-level analysis, requirement engineering, and functional decomposition for next-generation propulsion systems. The role involves working across mechanical, electrical, and software domains to define, analyze, and validate powertrain system behavior across the V-model development lifecycle. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and support agile development of advanced propulsion technologies including conventional and hybrid systems.
Key responsibilities:
- Perform powertrain system function analysis and functional decomposition for vehicle propulsion systems
- Lead requirements elicitation, definition, and traceability from system level down to software level across the V-model lifecycle
- Develop and maintain high-level propulsion system functional requirements using IBM DOORS / IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG)
- Define and document system attributes, interfaces, and requirements traceability in DNG
- Identify, analyze, and document propulsion system operating modes and system behaviors
- Understand and model energy conversion, storage, and delivery mechanisms in propulsion systems
- Ensure compliance with automotive standards, including OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) requirements
- Participate in Agile development processes, including backlog planning, sprint reviews, and risk identification
- Develop simulation and virtual models for propulsion features/functions using MATLAB/Simulink
- Create system architecture models using SysML tools such as IBM Rhapsody
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, calibration, validation, and hardware engineering teams
- Support system validation, integration, and change management across the product lifecycle
Professional Skills:
- Powertrain system engineering (conventional & hybrid propulsion systems)
- System-level function analysis & functional decomposition
- Requirements engineering & traceability (V-Model lifecycle)
- IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Generation (DNG) for requirements management
- Propulsion system operating modes definition & analysis
- Automotive powertrain architecture & vehicle system understanding
- Vehicle dynamics and overall vehicle behavior understanding
- MATLAB / Simulink for simulation and virtual modeling
- SysML / IBM Rhapsody for system modeling and architecture design
- Automotive standards compliance (including OBD - On-Board Diagnostics)
- Agile methodology (backlog planning, sprint participation, risk identification)
- Cross-functional collaboration (software, calibration, validation, hardware teams)
- Change management and vehicle development lifecycle understanding
- Technical documentation and requirement specification development
Skills:
Powertrain systems engineering (ICE & hybrid) Requirements engineering & V-model traceability IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Generation (DNG) Vehicle dynamics & powertrain architecture MATLAB / Simulink modeling
About Tachyon Technologies
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Industry
It services
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Irving, TX, US
Year founded
2011