Senior Turbomachinery Engineer
Skyroot
Other Engineering
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Posted on Oct 12, 2025
About Us
Skyroot Aerospace is a National award-winning growth-stage start-up, founded by former ISRO scientists.
Our mission is to open space for all by providing affordable, reliable, and responsive space launch solutions.
We are a close-knit team of Space professionals building leading space launch vehicles and solutions from India for the world.
Job Description
About the job
We are seeking an accomplished Senior Turbomachinery Engineer to lead the development of turbomachinery systems for our next-generation rocket engine. The role demands deep technical expertise in turbopump design and operation, with responsibility across concept, analysis, manufacturing, integration, and testing. You will be central to ensuring high-performance, reliable, and safe turbomachinery subsystems that meet mission-critical requirements.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end development of turbopumps and related subsystems, including pumps, turbines, seals, bearings, and drive systems.
- Conduct hydrodynamic, thermal, and structural analyses to optimize performance.
- Develop 3D models, engineering drawings, and interface definitions for manufacturing and integration.
- Develop test plans, test configuration, procedures and demonstrate the performance of the system through qualification tests. Closely coordinate with assembly, integration and testing teams to execute development activities.
- Oversee project development timelines, budget and milestones. Ensure propulsion systems are delivered on schedule.
- Engage with vendors and suppliers to define technical requirements, oversee manufacturing processes and ensure delivery of high-quality components.
- Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
- Author and maintain design documentation, test plans and qualifications reports.
- Mentor junior engineers and coach them on technical and professional development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
- 7+ years’ experience in design and development of turbomachinery of aerospace applications.
- Proven track record of designing, building, and testing propulsion hardware.
- Strong understanding of combustion systems/turbomachinery and feed systems.
- Proficiency in CFD, FEA, and thermal/fluid analysis tools.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to write design reports, test plans and deliver presentations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with additive manufacturing for propulsion hardware.
- Knowledge of advanced materials and coatings for high-performance turbomachinery.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup environment with multi-disciplinary collaboration.
