Fluids Analyst/Engineer - Spacecraft Development

Remote

Temporary

Experienced

At MORI Associates, we partner with some of the most visionary and mission‑critical organizations in the world—including NASA, JPL, DoD, and leading science and technology innovators. Since 1997, our mid‑sized, nationwide team has been driven by a shared belief: agile, passionate, forward‑thinking professionals can meaningfully advance the future of science and technology for the benefit of life on Earth and beyond.
We provide a full spectrum of high‑impact services, from strategic consulting to sophisticated engineering and information systems solutions. If you’re looking to apply your technical expertise to projects that push scientific boundaries and shape the future of space exploration, MORI Associates is where your next chapter begins.

Role Overview
MORI Associates is seeking an exceptional Fluids Analyst/Engineer to work remotely supporting cutting‑edge spacecraft development efforts, with a focus on cryogenic propellant systems. In this role, you’ll join a cross‑functional team working to advance in‑space cryogenic fluid management, guiding mission design, hardware configuration, and system performance for next‑generation spacecraft.
This is an opportunity to directly influence the trajectory of aerospace innovation and contribute to technologies that will change how humanity explores the solar system.

Key Responsibilities

Generate, run, and refine thermo‑fluids models of cryogenic propellant systems including Reaction Control Systems, cryogenic fluids and Helium systems used in spacecraft.
Provide engineering guidance on hardware configuration, mission concept of operations (ConOps), and control logic optimization.
Quantitatively evaluate design alternatives, perform trade studies, and present data‑driven recommendations to engineering leadership.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance the state‑of‑the‑art in in‑space cryogenic fluid management technologies.

Required Qualifications

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
5+ years of hands‑on experience in thermal‑fluids analysis and mechanical component design.
Demonstrated proficiency with Thermal Desktop.
Strong capability in first‑order hand calculations and Excel‑based fluids analysis.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced engineering degree (M.S. or Ph.D.).
CFD experience, especially with ANSYS Fluent or FLOW‑3D.
Background in analyzing cryogenic, two‑phase liquid systems.
Experience providing actionable feedback for design iteration and optimization cycles.
Process automation/scripting capability (e.g., VBA, MATLAB, Python, FORTRAN).

Why Join MORI Associates?

Work on mission‑critical space programs with national impact.
Collaborate with world‑class engineers and scientists.
Solve complex technical challenges at the forefront of aerospace innovation.
Contribute to projects with long‑term scientific and societal benefits.

Work Environment:

Location: Remote
Project: Moon Transporter
Collaborative virtual environment with regular reviews and milestone deliverables.

Due to involvement with US government confidential systems, US citizenship or possession of a Green Card is required.

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