- Develop high-fidelity simulations of cryogenic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Model propellant loading, tank pressurization, and two-phase flow behavior
- Design automation algorithms and control sequences for launch operations
- Own logic that executes propellant conditioning, terminal count, and liftoff
- Build automated test pipelines across simulation, HIL, and CI/CD environments
- Validate system behavior prior to hardware execution
- Define interfaces and requirements with propulsion, avionics, and GNC teams
- Influence architecture decisions for future launch systems
- Support live countdown operations from mission control
- Monitor fluid systems and respond to anomalies in real time
- Evaluate ground test and flight data
- Improve model fidelity and performance margins through iteration
- Take full ownership of major launch automation subsystems from design through flight
- 5+ years of experience modeling and controlling physical systems
- Advanced degree in chemical, mechanical, aerospace engineering, physics, or equivalent
- Strong experience with MATLAB/Simulink
- Working knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and process control theory
- Comfort with mass and energy balances, two-phase flow, and control loop design
- Strong communication skills with ability to mentor and give technical feedback
- Experience operating in fast-paced, iterative engineering environments
- Hands-on experience modeling cryogenic and fluidic systems
- Background in chemical engineering, process engineering, or propulsion systems
- Experience with launch vehicle ground support equipment or propulsion test stands
- Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop and real-time system integration
- Experience validating systems using SIL, HIL, unit testing, and Monte Carlo simulation
- Exposure to hazardous fluid systems, high-pressure gas, or propellant operations
- Role subject to ITAR and EAR export control regulations
- Employment contingent upon eligibility to access controlled technologies and government contracts
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Senior Launch Automation Engineer - Alameda - Motive Workforce Solutions
Description
Job DescriptionThis role owns the automated systems that fuel, pressurize, and launch orbital vehicles. You will model cryogenic and pneumatic fluid systems, design the control logic that executes countdown and liftoff, and build high-fidelity simulations that validate launch operations before they touch hardware.
This is a high-ownership engineering role for builders who want their work to run live on launch day.
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