[Job Radar](https://jobradar.live/) / [Jobs](https://jobradar.live/ilanlar) / Turbomachinery Aerodynamics Engineer Active On-site Torrance, California, United States Posted · 20.09.2026 Greenhouse (US) # Turbomachinery Aerodynamics Engineer Valar Atomics About Valar Atomics At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. The Team As part of the Engineering organization, Power Conversion develops the technologies that efficiently transform reactor-generated heat into usable electrical power. The team focuses on maximizing system performance, reliability, and commercial viability. The Role  Valar Atomics is seeking a turbomachinery aerodynamics engineer to join the turbomachinery team and advance power generation capability. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the aerodynamic design of cutting-edge turbomachinery for power generation. You’ll be working with cross-functional team members to define a manufacturable, high efficiency, robust design. As an early hire in turbomachinery, you will be able to directly influence design decisions on the system architecture.  Key Responsibilities  Conduct meanline and streamline analysis of turbomachinery designs  Analyze turbomachinery components using 3D CFD  Conduct trade studies of turbomachinery configurations including stage count, shrouded/unshrouded designs, axial/radial configurations  Basic Qualifications  Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering  Experience analyzing turbomachinery (Turbines, Compressors, Turbochargers, Turboexpanders, Blowers, Turbopumps, etc.)  Experience with meanline and streamline analysis of turbomachinery  Experience with 3D CFD simulations of turbomachinery  Preferred Skills and Experience  Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering   Knowledge of manufacturing, postprocessing, assembly, inspection procedures for turbomachinery  Experience with supercritical C02  Experience with unsteady simulations of turbomachinery  Experience with thermodynamic cycle analysis  Experience with commercially available turbomachinery design packages (AxStream, Concepts NREC, NPSS OTAC)  What We Offer   Competitive base salary  Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company  Comprehensive medical benefits  Unlimited PTO Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite  Generous PPE stipend High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy  Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement  Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders  The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Valar Atomics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).Salary$140,000—$215,000 USD This job was verified from Greenhouse (US). Applications are completed on the original source. [Apply on the original listing ↗](https://jobradar.live/ilan/7a634b6e-4e8c-4a17-b3b3-75d3948c1adf/git) ## Stop searching one by one for roles like this. Upload your resume or enter your target roles to see your first 3 matches for free. [Find jobs for me →](https://jobradar.live/uye/kayit) Your resume is never shared with employers; it is processed only for matching. 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