Principal Engineer, Performance

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.  

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role can be located at our Englewood, Colorado or Loveland, Ohio facility.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Principal Engineer, Performance who will execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of turbomachinery components, assemblies, and systems integration using sound engineering principles while meeting industry standards and program requirements.  This includes evaluation of the thermodynamic effects of the overall system of components and assemblies.

What You'll Do...

• Execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of a thermodynamic cycle for an aviation engine using sound engineering principles while meeting industry standards and program requirements.  This includes setting performance cycle design points and requirements for each module in the engine and providing customer quotes and guarantees
• Experience with creating thermodynamic models in NPSS and using those models to drive the design and development of an aviation gas turbine. Experience completing and supporting operability and transient analysis in conjunction with engine performance
• Lead engine system or component test programs from a performance, operability, and transient perspective.  Set test objectives and limits, instrumentation and test data requirements, and test planning to validate the engine design
• Serve as the performance design subject matter expert as part of a diverse system design team. Ensure the engine meets overall performance, operability, and transient requirements from a design perspective. Coordinate with mechanical and aero engineers to optimize the overall engine cycle
• Lead design reviews and coordinate with other disciplines in design, performance, controls, stress and life, additive manufacturing, materials and system analysis
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
• Participate in the research and development of technologies and methodologies associated with additive design. Advise on ways to improve product design through the exploitation of additive manufacturing
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated consistent with engineering best practices

You have...

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college
• At least 12 years of experience in gas turbine performance analysis
• Strong understanding of design software tools (NPSS, etc.)
• Experience working with additive manufacturing technologies and familiarity with design for additive manufacturing principles
• Passion for additive technology and willingness to challenge current design limitations to further exploit the benefits of additive capability
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated problem solving ability and strong program leadership and execution skills
• Proven self-starter and quick learner who can work in fast-paced cross-functional teams.
• Direct experience supporting and working with customers
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission. 

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $161,183 – $227,000 base salary.  Please note that wage information is a general guideline only, and we will consider factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions when extending an offer.  

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.