Senior Transmission Design Engineer

San Francisco, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO: - Architect high-performance, high-speed geartrain systems with consideration for high-speed rotordynamic effects, lubrication, and highly integrated interfaces - Perform gear design calculations (AGMA/ISO standards), including load capacity, contact stress, and bending fatigue - Conduct dynamic analysis of rotating systems including vibration, critical speed, and noise, vibration, harshness (KissSoft, Simcenter, SMT MASTA, Ansys) - Design and analyze custom shaft, bearing, housing, and

To achieve this, we are integrating our advanced airframe and engine technologies—which include Duality™, our proprietary dual-use propulsion system—with a new flight operations model to make supersonic transport as efficient and economical as commercial air travel is today.
The ideal candidate is someone who has a deep-seated understanding of complex system dynamics and can take full ownership of design and validation of high-speed power transmission systems.
Your work at Astro Mechanica will have a direct impact on the configuration and performance of the turboelectric adaptive jet engine.
experience with transmission design and/or test in automotive, aerospace, or power generation applications - Foundational knowledge of rotordynamics, fatigue effects, lubrication systems, and transmission failure modes - Familiarity with test instrumentation, data reduction, and anchoring analysis with experimental results - Takes initiative for continuous improvement (not just completing assigned tasks) - Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and high-growth environment - Attentive to detail and maintain a

BENEFITS: - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - 401(k) program and transparent stock option plan - Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time - Flexible work environment ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: At Astro Mechanica, we highly value in-office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture.