Senior Centrifugal Compressor Engineer (Remote)

Job Description

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career with a leading turbomachinery and jet engine aerospace engineering company? At Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), we're not just about cutting-edge products; we're about shaping the future of aerospace innovation. If you're looking for a workplace that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and expertise, you've found your home!

Located in the stunning setting of Jupiter, Florida, FTT is a growing world-class turbomachinery company with a vibrant team of over 300 engineers and technicians, bringing together more than 4,000 years of combined experience in aerospace (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery. For 25 years, we've been at the forefront of next-generation technologies, specializing in rocket turbopumps, aircraft engines, and high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

At FTT, we offer a comprehensive suite of services including design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technologies division also provides innovative engineering services, testing, and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion, and industrial power applications.

With additional offices in Derby, UK, and Wildau, Germany, we proudly extend our reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace, enhancing our access to cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and a robust supply chain.

Our parent company, Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, empowers us to leverage cross-industry capabilities, delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions that benefit our customers.

This role is restricted to U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain security clearance. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.

General Job Summary:

The Senior Centrifugal Compressor Engineer will be involved in various analysis tasks of turbomachinery, rocket engine components, and product/process improvements. Responsibilities will include all aspects of the design process including conceptual design, geometry creation through CAD programs, CFD analysis to solve technical problems and provide test support. This position provides opportunities for diverse technical challenges to work on a unique set of programs in a team environment. Available to be onsite for testing and provide support for operational issues as needed.

Remote Position

Experience and Skills

• 10+ years applied industry aerodynamic design experience in centrifugal turbomachinery with a proficient understanding of practical design limitations and analysis.
• Hands-on design experience with centrifugal compressors.
• Experience in all phases of development: conceptual design, analysis, test and validation.
• Demonstrated expertise in aerodynamic design and testing (stall and performance mapping) of high Mach Number, high flow coefficient applications is preferred.
• Proficiency in computational fluid dynamics and associated geometry and meshing tools (ANSYS CFX, Fluent, ICEM, Turbogrid, Autogrid) is strongly desired.
• Experience in use of geometry generator and throughflow analysis for Axial and Centrifugal bladed geometry (AxCent, BladeGen, Vista).
• Relevant experience in aerodynamic design of flowpath components for centrifugal compression systems (e.g. radial inlets, inlet guide vanes, inducers, impellers, vaned and vaneless diffusers, cross-over/return channels, and discharge volutes).
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: experience integrating work in a team, interfacing with customers.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to make technical presentations.

Education and Experience:

• BS/MS/PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering
• 10+ years' experience of aerodynamics focus on centrifugal turbomachinery applications (centrifugal compressors). Centrifugal pumps a plus.
• Proficiency with Ansys software preferred
• Proficiency with CAD (NX software strongly desired)

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office and/or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones, rotating wrist, using tools/equipment).

Travel Requirements: Yes, if applicable.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement