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Propulsions engineers make it possible to develop engines and combustion systems that supply the energy needed to create and maintain lift.
From jet engines to twin propeller engines, propulsions engineers work closely with other specialists to guarantee the safety and efficiency of propulsion features.
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Roles & Specialties
Analytical, and excellent communicators, propulsion engineers are at the heart of aerospace and modern defense. Their attention to detail allows them to create and assess failures in blueprints, improve design, and develop cleaner, more efficient systems.
Propulsion systems for aircraft have undergone massive and rapid change since the early days of powered flight. Today, air-frames are powered by very high-power density gas turbines which can enable speeds to achieve Mach 0.85 at 9 miles above sea level.
There are also many kinds of engines, from vertical thrust engines, compression systems, to rocket propulsion systems. Propulsion engineers also apply similar principles to develop missiles and other military equipment and munition.
Propulsion system design
Propulsion engineers work on the initial design and configuration of propulsion systems.
By taking into account weight, power output, and efficiency, they are able to build better designs and discover new methods to achieve lift.
Combustion and propellant chemistry
Propulsion engineers dissect the chemistry of propellants and fuels to guarantee controlled, efficient energy release.
They also develop new methods and processes to harness thrust and inertia, and explore new chemicals or substances that may be used as fuel.
Research and development
From designing and testing innovative concepts, digital testing, and technical knowledge of aerodynamics, materials, chemistry and others, the work of propulsion engineers define how far we can go, and how much we need to get there.
Thrust optimization
Propulsion engineers work to optimize the engine performance to account for variable flight conditions.
They work with other engineers to develop mechanisms to maximize thrust and minimize fuel consumption.
Testing and analysis
To assess the performance and safety of propulsion systems, physical testing and computational simulations are essential.
Propulsion engineers test, analyze data and make improvements on design and processes
Fluid and thermodynamics
Propulsion engineers study and apply fluid and thermodynamics to guide them in understanding energy transfer and conversion, while optimizing airflow and combustion processes.
Advancements in propulsion engineering
The fuel of aerospace, propulsion engineers empowers us to actualize our dreams of flight and exploration. They strive to make our current propulsion systems safer and more fuel efficient.
With many cutting-edge advancements in manufacturing, computer-aided design & simulation, and materials science, propulsion systems are treading new ground and promise to expand the way we can physically reach even the farthest reaches of the universe.
Electric propulsion
Aerospace and defense products are slowly being developed to utilize electrical power to achieve thrust.
This opens the path to many new avenues for propulsion systems, including hybrid propulsion that uses chemical, electrical, and other types of fuel to propel objects.
Green propellants
Propulsions engineers steadily work to improve the eco-friendliness and sustainability of propellants and fuel. This includes steady research into new types of chemicals, fuel, and chemical theories.
Reusable rockets
Propulsions engineers are now able to develop reusable rockets that can be recovered and reflown, reducing costs and uptake of resources.
This has huge implications for space tourism, research, sustainability, and improving flight duration and logistics for spacecraft.
Nuclear propulsion
Propulsion engineers are now utilizing nuclear physics to realize more powerful systems that may finally allow humanity access to interstellar flight.
Supersonic and hypersonic propulsion
The advancement of technology has made it more accessible for propulsion engineers to develop air-and-space frames capable of hypersonic flight, opening new frontiers into spacefaring and exploration, interplanetary colonization, and weapons & defense.
The future of propulsion
With continual advancement of materials science, physics, and electric propulsion, many new products are being developed that are able to address the many physical and chemical limitations imposed by current systems.
Their efforts are paving the way towards making once impossible missions feasible and within reach.
Renewable energy integration
Exploration of the integration of renewable energy sources into propulsion systems will enable cleaner and more sustainable flights.
AI-driven and autonomous propulsion
Propulsion engineers are now integrating autonomous systems to design intelligent, self-adjusting propulsion systems.
Interstellar travel
Better, faster and more efficient fuel and propulsion systems will allow humanity to get closer to interstellar travel, space tourism, space colonization and even the acquisition and mining of resources found in space.
Electro-hybrid propulsion systems
While hybrid propulsion systems have already been adopted worldwide, the progress made on the use of electric propulsion make it an obvious option in developing integrated propulsion.
Shaping the
future
Propulsion engineering allows us to harness the force of thrust to propel our aerospace products.
Reducing costs: Propulsion engineers are looking into better models, propellants, and fuels to create a cheaper, cost-effective way to power of our aerospace products.
Better and faster: Our deep sense for exploration calls for propulsion engineers to create better and faster propulsion to reach deeper into space.
Reduced environmental effect: Propulsions engineers must work to reduce the carbon footprint left behind by emissions from processing and refining fuel.
Wider and smarter space exploration: Propulsion engineers are at the center of our quest to go beyond our planet and harness the resources in our solar system.
The challenge around hiring propulsion engineers
Growing environmental concerns surrounding fuel, and the recent advancements in propulsion calls for many new talents to help ramp up efforts. With many companies and teams with endeavors to build faster, better, and safer propulsion, there is a race to keep up with the many advancements shaking up the aerospace industry.
There is not enough talent to fill the gaps in a multi-faceted field. Especially in the defense and aerospace sectors, where already specialized individuals work and develop discrete and particular systems.
Plus, considering the ongoing exodus of many of the older members of the workforce, there will be many teams and projects which will require contingencies – not to mention, ramp up strategies to keep up with growing demands.
In an environment that is highly regulated, there is little margin for error and stakeholders must work together to ensure that progress towards mission success is not halted simply due to lack of skilled personnel.
Most importantly, it is important to consider the candidate, and how their other talents and interests might align and be a positive force in your workforce. Their personalities, work ethic, training, background and history are determining factors that can make-or-break a team’s mission. The organizations they’re part of, their passions, hobbies – these are traits that can add intangible value to your project and mission, and their fit in regards to your organization’s culture.
With incoming ambitious innovations that make smart technology more and more a reality, there is limitless room for growth in the industry. Likewise, there is an increasing level of competition needed to keep up with the advancements. Needless to say, this makes it even more difficult to source talent with potential and fundamental skills critical to your project.
Cad Crowd AI’s years of experience in working for mission-critical projects and clients guarantee that our technical recruiting expertise can help fill your requirements quickly.
Expanding our horizons with innovation, heart, and decisiveness
Since the Wright brothers first found a way to soar the skies in 1903, air travel has altered the way we conduct business on a global scale, meet and visit loved ones & colleagues, and learn more about our skies and the world. There is still much room for improvement, and the many challenges tackled and posed by our evolving aerospace needs mean that hiring the talent you need at the right time can be the game-changer for any organization.
Those who are aligned with your goals will better understand the actions and milestones they need to accomplish. The right person will rise to the occasion and tackle the challenges simply because they are particular, passionate and have strong values and beliefs towards them.
Challenges, for the most skilled, are simply clues to opportunities that lie await. We’re experts in maximizing opportunities for those who have their hearts in the right place.
Both exciting and challenging, propulsion engineers are faced with new opportunities and discoveries every day, which is why focus is key. With our technical recruiting expertise, we are faithful to your mission, and are determined to locate individuals with outstanding prowess that will help you succeed.
Talk with one of our technical recruiters today and find out how Cad Crowd AI can source & hire professionals that embody passion, selfless drive, and the determination to overcome obstacles in pursuit of safer, cleaner skies.
Cad Crowd AI
Cad Crowd AI stands as a premier staffing agency in the aerospace and defense sector, specializing in the recruitment of highly specialized engineers for manufacturing, defense, and aerospace contractors across the United States.
Operating out of Los Angeles, California, we have a proven track record of sourcing technical talent for some of the world’s most innovative and mission-driven organizations, including NASA, Jet Propulsion Laboratories (JPL), the US Army, the US Army Corps of Engineers, Argonne Labs, and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
