Propulsion Systems Consulting
Independent technical, commercial, and strategic insight for aerospace propulsion programs.
Market-Leading Propulsion Expertise... Our DNA
We are a team of seasoned experts and industry leaders with deep expertise and over a century of combined experience in propulsion systems across the entire aerospace industry – commercial aviation, business aviation, general aviation, MRO/services, space, defense, electric power, hybrid-electric and emerging industries. Our experience leading and consulting in the propulsion industry spans the breadth of power products including jet engines, piston engines, auxiliary power units (APUs), hybrid-electric and all-electric systems.
Propulsion Consulting Capabilities
Technical and commercial evaluation of propulsion systems, architectures, performance claims, and development programs.
Assessment of technology maturity, development pathways, technology-readiness considerations, and potential program risks.
Product positioning, program strategy, market requirements, competitive analysis, and development planning.
Fuel efficiency, maintenance requirements, lifecycle economics, aftermarket potential, and operating considerations.
Assessment of manufacturing readiness, supplier dependencies, production challenges, and industrialization considerations.
Independent technical and commercial assessment for investors, acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic decisions.
Client Engagements Include:
Propulsion System Selection
Industry-leading commercial aircraft OEM requested evaluation of multiple propulsion system offerings for new aircraft. Consultation included an assessment of competitor technologies and potential risks to support negotiation and selection of the propulsion system.
Alternative Propulsion Solutions
Multiple white papers delivered on behalf of propulsion system manufacturers for UAM and AAM comparing the attributes of all-electric, hybrid-electric (reciprocating vs. gas turbines), and hydrogen system propulsion systems and technologies.
Rocket Propulsion Analysis
Client requested an evaluation of the existing rocket-powered propulsion system market – with a focus on the emergence of new low earth orbit and space small launchers. The analysis included an assessment of the market opportunities, forecast and competition by horsepower and launcher application.