Senior Solid Propulsion Development Engineer Hypersonics

Leidos is seeking a Solid Propulsion Development Engineer to lead and oversee work on a hypersonics vehicle and other programs joining a diverse team that develops propulsion systems for spacecraft missile systems and a wide range of critical technologies for civil military and commercial space programs. This individual will work in a fast-paced interdisciplinary team interfacing with other project teams within Leidos as well as subcontractors to develop the solid propulsion system for a hypersonic vehicle.

Primary responsibilities:

• Serve as lead technical engineer for task focused on design and development of critical propulsion related hardware.
• Design build and test prototype solid rocket motor components.
• Understand and negotiate design elements with propulsion system suppliers.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in aerospace engineering mechanical engineering or other STEM degree from an ABET accredited university.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in rocket propulsion development or test engineering roles 6 years with a Masters degree.
• Understanding of functional performance requirements as well as component designs for solid rocket motor applications.
• Experience in planning for and supporting ground testing of solid propulsion systems including thermal characterization environmental testing and static firing.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct trade studies and develop analysis & evaluation tools.
• Knowledge of applicable standards and regulations including manufacturing and testing policies and directives.
• Able to clearly write clear concise and comprehensive technical reports and present results to multi-disciplinary teams and customer stakeholders.
• Must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama AL area.
• Active Secret security clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in aerospace engineering mechanical engineering or similar from an ABET accredited university.
• Development testing experience in a rapid iteration environment.
• Experience with DoD NASA or other aerospace development projects.
• Experience working with government test agencies
• Experience with free-jet test testing especially for solid-fuel ramjet (SFRJ) systems.
• Experience with missile systems in a production environment.
• Project planning and scheduling including selection and management of multiple suppliers.
• Active Top Secret clearance.

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