Propulsion System/Rocket Motor Test Engineer
L3Harris Technologies
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Orange • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
Python
About the role
- Work with customers, program managers and project engineers to define test objectives and identify and select test methods and instrumentation for propulsion systems / rocket motors and their components.
- Create plans and procedures for safely conducting tests, utilizing existing test facilities and equipment, and/or designing new tools or techniques.
- Plan and prepare test methods, instrumentation and tooling, applying extensive testing technical expertise.
- Conduct, oversee and support test operations in accordance with safety and quality policy and procedures, maintaining overall technical control of test programs.
- Prepare technical documentation, including test procedures, safety reviews and test readiness reviews.
- Manage cost and schedule for test programs.
Requirements
- Requires Bachelor of Science degree in appropriate discipline (Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering preferred)
- Minimum of 4 years of related experience, or a graduate degree and 2 years of experience
- In lieu of a degree, candidates with a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience will be considered
- Active DoD clearance
- Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles: statics and dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics/dynamics, basic electrical theory, etc.
- Experience with engineering software, including 3D Modeling/CAD software (Creo, NX, etc.) and analytical software (Matlab, Python, etc.)
- Proficient use of MSOffice software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) or equivalent for generating procedures, presentations, and analysis.
- Related work experience in an academic or industrial lab / test environment where physical measurements are made (pressure, temperature, thrust/load, acceleration, etc.)
- Related work experience with pneumatic and/or steam pressure systems (pipe/tubing fittings, valves, regulators, filters, and gauges)
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Flexible working arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
test methodsinstrumentationpropulsion systemsrocket motors3D ModelingCAD softwareMatlabPythonpressure systemsphysical measurements
Soft skills
communicationproject managementtechnical controlsafety awarenessquality assurance
Certifications
Bachelor of Science degreeDoD clearance