Senior Engineer, Project/Product Engineering

Company: Aerojet Rocketdyne
Location: Jupiter
Posted on: November 18, 2022

Job Description:

Overview
Aerojet Rocketdyne is an innovative company delivering solutions that create value for its customers in the aerospace and defense markets. The company offers a complete line of propulsion products for launch vehicles, missile defense, and advanced hypersonic propulsion. With the increasing growth of our work in the air breathing hypersonic programs, we have a need for additional engineering support.
Aerojet Rocketdyne -is seeking a -Sr. Engineer, Project & Component Engineering -to support air breathing hypersonic program assignments in -West Palm Beach, FL.
What we can offer you:
Inspiring Company Culture -- Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact -on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture:
Rest and Relaxation -- 3 weeks of vacation annually plus 48 hour annual sick allowance. 9/80 schedule at most locations, providing for longer weekends. Annual year end company closure, plus company paid holidays.
Comprehensive Health Benefits -- Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness.
Prepare for the Future -- 401(k) with company match.
Professional Development -- -Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program.
Employee Resource Groups -- Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs. -
Next Gen Workplace -- Aerojet Rocketdyne is recognized as a top 100 Next Gen Workplace.
https://resources.ripplematch.com/aerojet-rocketdyne-next-gen-workplaces
Trusted -- -Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as America's Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Company.
https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trusted-companies-2022 - -
This position may be filled at this level or one level higher.
Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each)
Under general direction, the Project and Component Engineer determines approaches to objectives demonstrating a complete understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, and practices.
30% - Researches, develops and supports fabrication of hypersonic engine components using engineering and scientific principles. Coordinate product development from ideas through the product life cycle.
25% - Lead or support engineering teams working on hypersonic propulsion development. Direct and coordinate multi-discipline engineering tasks to meet program requirements. Manage technical progress and cost. Interface with the program manager, product line chief engineer, Aerojet Rocketdyne customers and other Aerojet Rocketdyne functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues.
25% - Supplier integration with external vendors. Prepares statement of work, specifications, fabrication and test plans. Coordinates engineering requirements.
10% - Evaluates and verifies product design and performance for adequacy and reliability. Supports investigation and resolution of hardware and process anomalies and issues identified by preventative action/corrective action boards or safety initiative activities.
10% - Develops trade studies, design concepts, systems integration and component-level test plans.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering (or other related field) and a minimum of 5-9 years of experience on propulsion projects, including engineering team lead experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Engineering development, manufacturing, and supplier integration knowledge desirable. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required.
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. - Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

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