Aerojet Jobshttp://jobs.aerojet.com2012-05-25 04:42:47.203879USASocorroEngineering Technician 2 Job ID: 7318 # Positions: 1 Location: US-NM-Socorro Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 87801 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: This position is located at our Socorro, New Mexico facility. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - NDT - Sets up and operates equipment to inspect parts, materials, and assemblies to determine the existence and extent of discontinuities. Interprets ultrasonic readings, x-ray film and/or other NDT method discontinuities to determine location of subsurface and surface defects, such as inclusions, cracks, porosity, etc. Marks defective areas on the film, inspection record and rejected material. 40% - Assembly - Under close supervision, performs engineering support assignments that are routine to moderately difficult in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. Activities include: Gathers and maintains specified records of engineering data such as tests, drawings, etc. Performs computations by substituting numbers in specified formulas; plots data and draws simple curves and graphs. Assists in compiling records and data for analysis, running standard computer analysis. May assist in conduct of component tests. May create simple sketches as required. Detailed instructions are provided for new assignments. Guidance is readily available. 20% - Inspection - Performs inspection operations in accordance with Quality Control Standards, written specifications, or verbal instructions. Participates as required in product/process auditing through hardware/data verification and Statistical Process Control (SPB) verification activities. Completes all related documentation. The concentration is for X-ray radiography of explosives and propellants. Secondary Job Functions: Assembly and inspect warheads and other explosive devices using standard tools and instruments. Requirements: An Associate's degree with concentration in Engineering, Physical Science, or a closely related discipline and at least two (2) years of directly related engineering technical support experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-23 18:50:31United StatesAerojetNew Mexico7318NMSocorro, NM28892157http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28892157/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Engineer Job ID: 7141 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 5/22/2012 Category: Engineering - Mechanical Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision and following established policies, performs professional engineering assignments requiring full use and application of standard engineering principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Provide imaginative, thorough, and practical solutions to a wide range of technical problems involving solid rocket motor or liquid engine testing using hazardous propellants. This will include the coordination with the Program Office/Project Engineer as well as other support organizations. Will work under the direction of more senior level engineers for complex test programs or will have direct responsibility for simplified or established test operations. 20% - Assist with the design, construction, activation, and operation of test facilities used in support of test programs. May prepare and conduct critical reviews in preparation for a given test campaign or will support senior level engineers with the generation of review materials. Supervise less senior engineers in the preparation of review materials, analyses, and presentations. 15% - Provide technical input for proposal efforts, design reviews, and technical interchange meetings. Under the direction of senior level engineers, may generate cost estimates for specific work tasks, procedures, checklists or test support hardware. 5% - Interfacing with inter-organizational and outside customers, however contacts would be infrequent and on routine matters. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, aerospace, or related major) and two (2) years of related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience in propellant handling such as: N2O4, hydrazine, PETN or other solid propellants testing is desired. Must possess desire and willingness to work closely with peers and subordinates. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-22 18:20:33United StatesAerojetCalifornia7141CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA28862847http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28862847/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Engineer - Electrical Engineering Job ID: 7140 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 5/22/2012 Category: Engineering - Electrical/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision and following established policies, performs professional engineering assignments requiring full use and application of standard engineering principles, theories, concepts and techniques - as an Instrumentation and Controls engineer. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 75% - Functioning as an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer for Test Operations, employee will be responsible for specification, calibration and data reduction/validation of measurement and controls systems. Set-up, operation and maintenance of data acquisition equipment and systems used throughout the Test Operations facilities. Design instruments, controls system and network interfaces as required to support testing. 10% - Employee will be responsible for updating, modifying and writing software code for data acquisition and control functions for the data acquisition and control systems. Primary languages include C++, Fortran, Visual Basic and Lab View. 10% - Employee to provide test planning and support; generate checklists/procedures; provide or support CERs, TRRs, PFMEA, PSM, JSA, etc. 5% - Employee to provide technical guidance/training to support personnel. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or related science discipline, and two (2) years of directly related technical experience in Instrumentation and Controls engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have experience and knowledge on measurement and data acquisition, signal conditioning and calibration; computer interfaces and network communications. Must be able to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair instrumentation/network problems. Must possess desire and willingness to work closely with peers and subordinates. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-22 18:20:31United StatesAerojetCalifornia7140CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA28862845http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28862845/jobUSASacramentoSafety Engineer Job ID: 7288 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/22/2012 Category: Environmental Health and Safety - Safety Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general direction and following established policies, performs safety engineering and industrial hygiene assignments requiring full use and application of standard safety engineering principles, theories, concepts and techniques in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Working with senior-level, performs entry-to-mid-level industrial hygiene and safety engineering duties. Participates in evaluating and recommending measures for control of work site chemical, safety and physical hazards associated with inert and explosive manufacturing operations. This includes involvement in inspections, audits, reviews, collection of samples, and use & maintenance of industrial hygiene equipment. 15% - Participates in Environmental, Health & Safety projects, such as design, construction, or operation activities. Learns training programs; conducts training to ensure employee sensitivity of safe working conditions, practices, and proper use of safety equipment. 15% - Conducts audits, investigations, root cause analyses, and briefings and prepares reports based on these activities. 10% - Performs contractor and regulatory agency interface, including preparation of permits and regulatory reports. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science and two years of directly related technical experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Registered Safety Engineer or Certified Safety Professional is desired. Certified Industrial Hygienist preferred. Experience working in environments where explosives are used also preferred. Requires ability to communicate effectively and to work well within a team environment. Must be proficient in the use of computer systems. Will work with typical industrial hygiene monitoring equipment with other more senior industrial hygienists initially, then independently such as toxic gas sensors, combustible gas meter, etc. Work place may include areas where chemical materials are encountered. May involve exposure to shop environment including variable noise levels. Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety. May be required to utilize a variety of personal protective equipment. Must have a valid CA Driver’s License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires US Citizenship).2012-05-22 18:19:51United StatesAerojetCalifornia7288CASacramento, CA28862833http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28862833/jobUSAClearfieldPrincipal Engineer – Electronics & Software Job ID: 7287 # Positions: 1 Location: US-UT-Clearfield Experience (Years): 14 Zip: 84016-0370 Posted Date: 5/17/2012 Category: Engineering - Software/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Operate as team leader, with minimum supervision, to develop systems for aerospace and commercial applications. Responsibilities include concept development, sensor selection, circuit design, software creation, marketing support, and customer support. Oversee requirement definition, establishment of system concept, development of system design, establishment of low rate production, and provision of product support. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Develop concepts and designs for new products and support problem resolution on exisiting programs (MMIII and SM-3) 60% Provide marketing support for Aerojet's AeroSense product line (answer questions and provide technology demonstrations) 20% Provide customer support for products developed and delivered by Aerojet 10% Provide operational system support for MMIII (flight hardware and test equipment) and AeroSense products 10% Requirements: •BS in Electrical Engineering. Advanced degree preferred. •Ability to develop software using C++ Ability to develop embedded software •Minimum of 14 years experience in design and development of digital and analog systems incorporating microprocessors and FPGAs •In depth knowledge of networks and communication technologies required •Some aerospace industry experience helpful •Demonstrated team leadership skills Must be able to obtain a government security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. citizenship).2012-05-17 18:49:34United StatesAerojetUtah7287UTClearfield, UT28764572http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28764572/jobUSASacramentoSenior Tool Engineer Job ID: 7291 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/16/2012 Category: Manufacturing - Tool Engineering More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Provides engineering design concepts in support of manufacturing process and tooling. Develops Pro-E and UG NX CAD Model concepts to support designer. Is active in design concepting as well as assisting in the development of processes, working in a team environment. Responsible for design completeness through fabrication, including tool and process tryout. 40% - Directs design, fabrication, modifications and repair of special tools in support of manufacturing operations and processes of metallic structures, liquid and solid rocket motor programs. 10% - Provides technical support to product engineering for producability through manufacturing, test and field use. 10% - Assists in tool acceptance criteria for in-house fabrication or outside procurment of special tools. Requirements: Bachelors's degree with emphasis in mechanical design and five years of related technical experience as a Tool Engineer/Designer (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Ug NX CAD modeling experience is required and Pro-E experience is desirable. Previous solid rocket motor manufacturing and test operation experience is necessary. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-16 19:37:37United StatesAerojetCalifornia7291CASacramento, CA28738909http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28738909/jobUSARedmondEngineering Support Supervisor (Quality Data Center) Job ID: 7295 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 98073-9709 Posted Date: 5/15/2012 Category: Engineering Support - Other More information about this job: Overview: This position supervises the Quality Data Center (QDC) department at Aerojet in Redmond, WA. Interfaces with all functional areas to ensure hardware quality records are appropriately collected and produced in accordance with command media. Ensures all QDC staff are trained and performing their job assignments in a consistent and timely fashion. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Supervises QDC staff to ensure appropriate resources are applied to accomplish assigned work in a timely manner. Organizes, reviews and presents program quality records in support of hardware and software sales to our customers. Budgets, staffs, develops and supervises personnel to achieve program and functional objectives. Plans and directs the development and implementation of systems, methods, practices and procedures to support the process and the QDC. 20% - Performs traditional QDC functions as required to ensure complete, accurate and timely completion of assigned work. Tracks metrics to measure the health of various programs as necessary to support operations. 20% - Provides effective leadership, direction and team building to efficiently accomplish assigned work. Develops individual performance objectives that align and support higher level company and functional goals. Creates development plans to ensure staff succeed in meeting their performance objectives. 10% - Provides imaginative, thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of administrative problems. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience in or an equivalent combination of education and experience. To be successful, the candidate must be well organized and detail oriented. The ability to problem solve, work and communicate effectively in a team environment is essential. Experience in the Aerospace industry and propulsion systems preferred. This position requires the use of various computer applications to collect, process and analyze data. In addition, the ability to use standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) is required. Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person.2012-05-15 18:42:20United StatesAerojetWashington7295WARedmond, WA28704627http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28704627/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Intern- Test Engineering Job ID: 7294 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 0 Posted Date: 5/14/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Test Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Overview: Assist Test Engineers with general Test Bay activities, including material selection/location, basic test stand set-up, system documentation/drawings, and preparation of review charts/graphs. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Under the direct supervision of a Test Engineer: 50% - Assist in the fabrication of Test Stand support systems for propellant and pressurant equipment. Assist in pre-test and post-test activities as directed by the Test Engineer. 50% - Generate mechanical schematics for propellant systems for the purpose of documentation. Work with the Test Engineer to prepare Critical Review materials, charts, graphs, etc. Requirements: Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing Engineering/Technology/Aerospace Engineering or an appropriate science/discipline. Must have achieved sophomore-level and have good academic standing. Special Work Conditions: Workplace may include areas where chemical materials are encountered. May involve exposure to variable noise levels, dust, heat, and slippery/uneven walking surfaces. Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety. May be required to utilize a variety of personal protective equipment. Apply for this job: * Apply for this jobonline * E-mail a friend about this job We consider the consistent demonstration of positive, cooperative, self-motivated, courteous and professional behavior to be an essential function of every position. While different positions have different primary areas of responsibility and technical expertise, everyone needs to work as a team, and we expect all employees to contribute as necessary to get the job done. Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). Aerojet is an EEO Employer, M/F/V/D Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should e-mail the Human Resources Department atAccommodation Request.2012-05-14 19:24:40United StatesAerojetCalifornia7294CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA28676319http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28676319/jobUSAGainesvilleEngineering Designer Job ID: 7172 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Gainesville Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 20155 Posted Date: 5/11/2012 Category: Engineering Support - Other More information about this job: Overview: Engineering design documentation and design disclosure. Under general supervision and (following established) (in accordance with contractual requirements and Aerojet policy and) procedures, performs engineering design assignments for preparation of engineering design documentation (technical data package) and maintaining the design disclosure. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): • (50%) Create, check and maintain design disclosure documentation for engineering designs. This includes but not limited to preparation of design layouts and/or preliminary conceptual design layouts. • (20%) Provide support to engineers for material and part selection. • (20%) Performs design calculations to validate any phase of design requirements. • (10%) Provide technical guidance to less senior designers and to design support personnel. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace) and two years of related technical experience in engineering design or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and a minimum of 2 years experience with CAD systems (and at least 1-1.5 years on NX3 and higher) and a knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Y14.5 is required. This position may require relocation in the future. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security clearance at the appropriate level (request U.S. citizenship).2012-05-11 09:54:24United StatesAerojetVirginia7172VAGainesville, VA28630120http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28630120/jobUSACamdenAssociate Facilities Engineer Job ID: 7269 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AR-Camden Experience (Years): 0 Zip: 71711-1036 Posted Date: 5/9/2012 Category: .. More information about this job: Overview: Performs a variety of tasks that are planned to provide experience and familiarization with building HVAC system design, control systems, operations, and maintenance. Provide technical assistance in developing, planning, and managing building design and construction projects. With guidance, prepares plans and specifications for facility projects. Prepares preliminary designs and project cost estimates. Assists higher level engineers and project managers in special projects. Provides technical assistance within workgroups or projects as required. Assists in the review of drawings, specifications and procedures for accuracy and acceptability. In a support role, may review construction management schedules and budget processes. May direct construction projects of limited scope and complexity, or other projects such as office layouts, relocation of furniture and equipment, etc. Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proficient with AutoCAD desired. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills. Strong verbal, written and presentation communications skills. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 20%-Assist in preparing project drawings, specifications and scope-of-work. 40%-Construction inspection for required conformance. 20%-Assist in estimating project costs and/or prepare capital expenditure requests. 10%-Preparing purchase requisitions for respective projects, tracking project costs, and other administrational matters. 10%-Other required duties. Requirements: • Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education required. • Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills • Strong verbal, written and presentation communications skills Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-09 20:36:15United StatesAerojetArkansas7269ARCamden, AR28581550http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28581550/jobUSASacramentoEngineer - Combustion Analysis Job ID: 7270 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/9/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier aerospace and defense company specializing in missile and space propulsion, is seeking an engineer in our Combustion group to work on the latest technology programs in air breathing systems and components. This position will work under general supervision of our senior Combustion analysts and follow established procedures to conduct analyses to investigate performance and to develop analytical techniques. Typical responsibilities include conducting pre-test analysis on combustion stability and performance prediction and post-test data analysis of engine test data to validate component and propulsion system design integrity. In addition, the candidate will be required to use various analytical tools in analyzing the mixing pattern of flow in the propulsion system and possible impacts on both performance and combustion stability. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% Perform pre-test analysis on combustion response of both liquid and airbreathing propulsion systems including combustion instability and performance prediction. Conduct post-test data analysis to validate the hardware design integrity and requirements assessments. In addition, the analyst will be part of Aerojet’s team to develop and demonstrate the state of the art analytical tools including the CFD-based combustion stability model for liquid propulsion applications. 20% Design and support verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Develop test systems and strategies, specify instrumentation and analyze test results. Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. 10% Produce analysis reports and test reports.. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline and at least two (2) years directly applicable technical experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-09 20:36:13United StatesAerojetCalifornia7270CASacramento, CA28581546http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28581546/jobUSACamdenAssociate Industrial Engineer Job ID: 7143 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AR-Camden Experience (Years): .. Zip: 71711-1036 Posted Date: 5/9/2012 Category: Manufacturing - Industrial Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general direction, performs Industrial Engineering assignments requiring a wide application of advanced principles, theories and concepts including; Lean Manufacturing, Motion and Movement Studies, and other related disciplines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Evaluate manufacturing processes and implement continuous improvement methods to reduce manufacturing times and eliminate waste. 30% - Conduct facility, equipment, and manpower capacity studies; and accurately report through written and oral communications. 20% - Participate and facilitate team projects to resolve plant issues and implement cost reduction initiatives. 10% - Support various plant continuous improvement programs Requirements: This is an entry level exempt position typically requiring a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-09 20:36:02United StatesAerojetArkansas7143ARCamden, AR28581535http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28581535/jobUSARedmondEngineering Manager - Engine Thrusters Job ID: 7273 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 7 Zip: 98073 Posted Date: 5/8/2012 Category: .. More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet produces chemical Rocket Engine Assemblies as well as electrical Thrusters. Engines and thrusters are marketed as part of a propulsion system and as components. Aerojet provide these key components for satellites that are used by the military, NASA, and commercial satellite service providers. Missions include interplanetary exploration, Earth orbit raising, and orbit maintenance for small, medium, and very large spacecraft. Aerojet is the premier supplier of these enabling propulsion systems, sub-systems, engines, and thrusters. As the leader of a propulsion engineering team, you will be involved in multiple thruster and engine technologies. Your focus will be on meeting customer/mission needs by leading others through robust technical planning, design, fabrication, test and verification phases. You will be expected to manage others such that they have opportunities for career growth and job satisfaction, while simultaneously producing a high quality product. At Aerojet, an Engineering Manager collaborates with multiple disciplines inside Aerojet and with our customers to deliver the hardware to make the missions possible, successful, and cost effective. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Manage and perform tasks and make decisions required to design, assemble and thrusters and engines to meet customer requirements and verify their suitability for the intended use. Provide feedback and interaction to show our customers that Aerojet is the best value supplier for their thruster needs. 25% - Support proposal activities and manage internal research and development efforts. Perform technology development and road-mapping activities to maintain Aerojet’s position as the worldwide industrial leader in electric and chemical propulsion. 25% Manage a group of project engineers. Provide coaching and career development and resource assignment. Promote Mentor/Mentee pairing. Work proactively with program management team to address resource conflicts and develop needed skill sets to support technical excellence 10% - Maintain a visible, respected presence in the propulsion technical community and serve as an internal and external technical expert on engines and thrusters. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor degree in a related technical discipline and 7 years of related experience with propulsion systems and technologies. Advanced degree and knowledge of spacecraft systems, electronics and their development are highly desired. A general knowledge of related disciplines such as material science, component selection, thermal and structural analysis, spacecraft integration, and mission planning is desirable. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, as well as high quality written and oral communication skills. This position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Travel is required, as needed, within the United States to Aerojet’s customers and suppliers. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-08 20:07:07United StatesAerojetWashington7273WARedmond, WA28547719http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28547719/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Associate Manufacturing Engineer - FOE, FOD Job ID: 7265 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 0 Posted Date: 5/7/2012 Category: Manufacturing - Manufacturing Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Performs entry-level assignments under general supervision and following established policies. The position requires some professional judgment and a limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories and concepts in manufacturing/quality. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% - Performs a variety of tasks planned to provide experience and familiarization with the Foreign Object Elimination program, manufacturing staff, and Aerojet programs, methods, and practices. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supporting Continuous Improvement events and the pre-emptive review for eliminating the introduction of Foreign Object & Contamination into our fabrication or assembly of hardware & products. Extracting data from established databases, producing metrics in the form of graphs & charts for analysis. 20% - Assists in the investigation of problems which arise in the shops due to the introduction of FOD in the fabrication or assembly of products and recommends solutions. May require involvement and support for the disposition of non-conforming hardware to achieve engineering requirements. 10% - Assists with producibility analysis, development of process flows, and risk analysis. Participates in team meetings with more senior staff. Utilizes Lean/5S and/or other tools to analyze and flush out risks to hardware and projects. Requirements: This is an entry-level position requiring a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Technology, or a related major (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Also requires the ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Requires the use of various computer systems & software including: Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills, to produce reports and spreadsheets. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes, a plus. Ability to operate effectively in a team environment also required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). Apply for this job: * Apply for this jobonline * E-mail a friend about this job We consider the consistent demonstration of positive, cooperative, self-motivated, courteous and professional behavior to be an essential function of every position. While different positions have different primary areas of responsibility and technical expertise, everyone needs to work as a team, and we expect all employees to contribute as necessary to get the job done. Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). Aerojet is an EEO Employer, M/F/V/D Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should e-mail the Human Resources Department atAccommodation Request.2012-05-07 19:45:38United StatesAerojetCalifornia7265CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA28484310http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28484310/jobUSASacramentoPrincipal Engineer - Manufacturing Job ID: 7259 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 14 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/7/2012 Category: Manufacturing - Manufacturing Engineering More information about this job: Overview: This position will function as a Principal Manufacturing Engineer for Production Programs acting as the Manufacturing counterpart to the Engineering Chief Engineer and will provide technical oversight for production programs as directed by the Executive Director of Manufacturing and Process Engineering. This position ensures that assigned program(s) follow the core disciplines and command media. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 80% - Lead manufacturing teams and provide technical oversight for IPTs and Manufacturing Engineers for program(s) to ensure sound analysis and practices are followed. Monitor technical progress and interface with various internal and external clients to understand and develop resolutions to technical challenges. 10% - Champion continuous improvement for manufacturing processes, chair technical oversight committee that reviews all Operations Reviews (MRR, PRR, etc.), and train and mentor IPT leads and lead Manufacturing Engineers. 10% - Support of special projects as assigned. Requirements: A Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate discipline and at least 14 years experience in aerospace manufacturing or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree is preferred. Experience in program management, engineering, and quality or test is required. Candidates must possess exceptional expertise in the application of Manufacturing Engineering principles. Demonstrated experience in team leadership is essential. Candidates must exhibit a high level of technical innovation and initiative and will serve as a technical advisor for the organization. Experience with solid propellant and energetic material manufacturing is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-07 19:39:32United StatesAerojetCalifornia7259CASacramento, CA28484198http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28484198/jobUSASacramentoProject Engineering Specialist Job ID: 7254 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/7/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Without appreciable direction and exercising considerable latitude in determining manufacturing IPT objectives and approaches to assignments, performs as a manufacturing authority in the Operations organization. Plans, conducts, and directs projects or major phases of significant projects, coordinating the efforts of support staff in the performance of assigned projects. Assigned lead manufacturing IPT responsibility for a major program of strategic importance. Provides project coordination and direction across functional areas ensuring program objectives are met. Monitors technical, planning, schedule, quality, and cost progress, evaluates variances, and drives improvement plans in conjunction with program and functional management. Prepares and negotiates technical proposals for Aerojet. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity. Applies Lean/Six Sigma tools in the development and execution of manufacturing processes. Work is reviewed at extended intervals for desired results and achievement. Erroneous decisions or recommendations may result in the failure to achieve goals critical to the objectives of the project. Contacts include interacting with customer personnel on technical matters often requiring coordinated activity across organizational lines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 80% - Leads Manufacturing Integrated Product teams with responsibility for executing a major program. This requires significant leadership skills, across multiple functions and organizations with the responsibility to assure that delivered product meets customer and Aerojet requirements for safety, quality, schedule, and cost. Additional expectation to execute all aspects of manufacturing program management. This includes, but is not limited to, establishing program plan for processing vision, capacity plans, clear communications, factory layouts utilizing lean strategies, manpower, capital equipment and tooling requirements, establishing required process reviews, PFMEAs, and risk reduction activities. 20% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. May be Manufacturing lead supporting proposals to Aerojet customers or prime contractors. May perform as the cost accounting manager for Operations. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science and nine (9) years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience with hardware fabrication and assembly processes. Experience with leading a program and acting as IPT Lead. Experience preparing and presenting program reviews, both internally and externally. Technical knowledge of solid rocket motor processing and assembly is preferred. Proficient computer skills in Interleaf 5 or 6 or Quicksilver, and Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, etc. Self-starter who requires minimal supervision. Requires organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to organize and clearly convey thoughts and to communicate clearly and accurately on technical issues. Must be able to conduct process reviews and present manufacturing material at program reviews with internal and external customers. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-07 19:39:12United StatesAerojetCalifornia7254CASacramento, CA28484196http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28484196/jobUSASacramentoProject Engineering Specialist Job ID: 7255 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/7/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Without appreciable direction and exercising considerable latitude in determining manufacturing IPT objectives and approaches to assignments, performs as a manufacturing authority in the Operations organization. Plans, conducts, and directs projects or major phases of significant projects, coordinating the efforts of support staff in the performance of assigned projects. Assigned lead manufacturing IPT responsibility for a major program of strategic importance. Provides project coordination and direction across functional areas ensuring program objectives are met. Monitors technical, planning, schedule, quality, and cost progress, evaluates variances, and drives improvement plans in conjunction with program and functional management. Prepares and negotiates technical proposals for Aerojet. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity. Applies Lean/Six Sigma tools in the development and execution of manufacturing processes. Work is reviewed at extended intervals for desired results and achievement. Erroneous decisions or recommendations may result in the failure to achieve goals critical to the objectives of the project. Contacts include interacting with customer personnel on technical matters often requiring coordinated activity across organizational lines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 80% - Leads Manufacturing Integrated Product teams with responsibility for executing a major program. This requires significant leadership skills, across multiple functions and organizations with the responsibility to assure that delivered product meets customer and Aerojet requirements for safety, quality, schedule, and cost. Additional expectation to execute all aspects of manufacturing program management. This includes, but is not limited to, establishing program plan for processing vision, capacity plans, clear communications, factory layouts utilizing lean strategies, manpower, capital equipment and tooling requirements, establishing required process reviews, PFMEAs, and risk reduction activities. 20% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. May be Manufacturing lead supporting proposals to Aerojet customers or prime contractors. May perform as the cost accounting manager for Operations. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science and nine (9)years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience with hardware fabrication and assembly processes. Experience with leading a program and acting as IPT Lead. Experience preparing and presenting program reviews, both internally and externally. Technical knowledge of solid rocket motor processing and assembly is preferred. Proficient computer skills in Interleaf 5 or 6 or Quicksilver, and Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, etc. Self-starter who requires minimal supervision. Requires organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to organize and clearly convey thoughts and to communicate clearly and accurately on technical issues. Must be able to conduct process reviews and present manufacturing material at program reviews with internal and external customers. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-07 19:38:43United StatesAerojetCalifornia7255CASacramento, CA28484192http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28484192/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Engineering Specialist - Thermal Job ID: 7257 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 5/4/2012 Category: Engineering - Thermal More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier aerospace and defense company specializing in missile and space propulsion, is seeking an experienced engineer as a key contributor in our thermal analysis group. The position of Engineering Specialist will conduct thermal analysis for both liquid and solid propulsion systems and components. The candidate will serve as the lead in providing thermal analysis support to develop the analysis techniques and test support to both liquid and solid propulsion with a market leading propulsion supplier. Candidate must be proficient in using thermal analysis tool used in thermal ablation analysis. Familiarity with commercial thermal analysis tool such as ANSYS or SINDA is preferred. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% Perform engineering thermal analysis for both liquid and solid propulsion systems and components using thermal ablation analysis tools or commercial software tools such as ANSYS or SINDA. Typical responsibilities include the planning and cost estimating for the thermal analysis tasks, coordinate analysis efforts with chief engineer and IPT team members, pre-test predictions and post-test analysis of test data to validate component and system analysis models. The candidate will coordinate implementation of thermal solutions for propulsion applications with the design engineers, structural analysts and manufacturing engineers in a multi-discipline project team 20% - Design and support verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Develop test systems and strategies, specify instrumentation and analyze test results. Participate in team meetings, technical reviews; design reviews, peer reviews, problem solving meetings and customer technical interchange meetings. 10% - Produce thermal analysis reports and make presentation of analysis results to both internal and external customers. Provide technical guidance to junior thermal analysts. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering and at least nine years of directly applicable technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred. Demonstrated experience in team leadership and finite element modeling in thermal analyses. Must be proficient in using thermal analysis tool used in thermal ablation analysis. Familiarity with commercial thermal analysis tool such as ANSYS or SINDA is preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-05-04 18:43:41United StatesAerojetCalifornia7257CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA28437270http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28437270/jobUSASacramentoProject Engineering Specialist Job ID: 7260 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 4/30/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Without appreciable direction and exercising considerable latitude in determining manufacturing IPT objectives and approaches to assignments, performs as a manufacturing authority in the Program office organization. Plans, conducts, and directs projects or major phases of significant projects, coordinating the efforts of support staff in the performance of assigned projects. Assigned lead manufacturing IPT responsibility for a major program of strategic importance. Provides project coordination and direction across functional areas ensuring program objectives are met. Monitors technical, planning, schedule, quality, and cost progress, evaluates variances, and drives improvement plans in conjunction with program and functional management. Prepares inputs and supports proposal negotiations for Aerojet. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity. Applies Lean/Six Sigma tools in the development and execution of manufacturing processes. Work is reviewed at extended intervals for desired results and achievement. Erroneous decisions or recommendations may result in the failure to achieve goals critical to the objectives of the project. Contacts include interacting with customer personnel on technical matters often requiring coordinated activity across organizational lines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 80% - Leads Manufacturing Integrated Product teams with responsibility for executing the SM-3 program. This requires significant leadership skills, across multiple functions and organizations with the responsibility to assure that delivered product meets customer and Aerojet requirements for safety, quality, schedule, and cost. Additional expectation to execute all aspects of manufacturing program management. This includes, but is not limited to, establishing program plan for processing vision, capacity plans, clear communications, factory layouts utilizing lean strategies, manpower, capital equipment and tooling requirements, establishing required process reviews, PFMEAs, and risk reduction activities. 20% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. May be Manufacturing lead supporting proposals to Aerojet customers or prime contractors. May perform as the cost accounting manager for Operations. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science and nine years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience with hardware fabrication and assembly processes. Experience with leading a program and acting as IPT Lead. Experience preparing and presenting program reviews, both internally and externally. Technical knowledge of assembly, pressure test, cleaning and leak testing techniques. Proficient computer skills in Interleaf 5 or 6 and Microsoft Windows, PowerPoint, Excel, etc. Self-starter who requires minimum supervision. Requires organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to organize and clearly convey thoughts and to communicate clearly and accurately on technical issues. Must be able to conduct process reviews and present manufacturing material at program reviews with internal and external customers. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-30 20:10:49United StatesAerojetCalifornia7260CASacramento, CA28276045http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28276045/jobUSACamdenEngineering Technician 2 Job ID: 7209 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AR-Camden Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 71711-1036 Posted Date: 4/25/2012 Category: Engineering Support - Other More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 1. Prepare purchase requisitions for new tooling and tooling repairs (35%) 2. Expedite the signoff of tooling drawings through Teamcenter and the signoff of tooling requisitions through Oracle (10%) 3. Under supervision of Tool Design engineering staff, facilitate the repair of existing tooling (pick up tooling from Production, deliver to the machine shop, coordinate the repair with the machine shop, deliver the tooling back to Production) (35%) 4. Assist Tool Design engineering staff in conducting FETA (Facilities, Equipment, and Tooling Acceptance) meetings (ie – prepare forms, work action items, archive forms) (10%) 5. Other duties as assigned by Tool Design supervision (10%) Requirements: Requires a technical Associate's degree with concentration in engineering and physical science and 2 plus years of directly related engineering technical support experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, etc.) Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-25 21:16:43United StatesAerojetArkansas7209ARCamden, AR28184080http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28184080/jobUSARedmondSenior Project Engineer - EEE Components Job ID: 7249 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 98073-9709 Posted Date: 4/24/2012 Category: Engineering - Electrical/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: The Senior Component EEE Parts Project Engineer specifies, supports and leads engineering teams in the successful planning, design, development, and qualification of electrical, electronic and electromechanical (EEE) components for liquid rocket engines and propulsion systems for spacecraft and launch vehicle applications. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Author component specifications to accurately and effectively communicate technical program requirements to suppliers. Review supplier documentation and processes, as well as support proposal activity by selecting or specifying components. Support programs with submittals and justifications to the appropriate Parts Materials Processes Control Board. And may act as the EEE Parts Lead for large programs. 30% - Use a combination of technical and business skills to specify and support EE design in the incorporation of electrical components into complex system designs as part of a highly matrixed team organization for aerospace propulsion systems. Electrical components include but are not limited to hybrids, relays, microcircuits, semiconductors, power microelectronics and magnetics. 30% - Formal problem solving, failure analysis, destructive part analysis and understanding diagnostic tools in the application of semiconductor and passive components in space flight electronics. SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: -Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in specifying and procuring high reliability electronics components (such as diodes, transistors, microcircuits, hybrids, relays and passive devices). Must be able to take on leadership roles. Ability to work collaboratively with internal program management, team members and suppliers a must. Understanding of radiation requirements, working knowledge of EEE military specifications and GIDEP system required. Familiarity with formal problem solving and failure analysis tools and techniques preferred. Experience with MRP system, subcontracts and purchase orders helpful. Requires the ability and willingness to travel as needed. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). Working Conditions: Workplace includes areas where chemical materials are encountered.2012-04-24 19:25:10United StatesAerojetWashington7249WARedmond, WA28146420http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28146420/jobUSACulpeperSr. Quality Engineer Job ID: 7207 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Culpeper Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 22701 Posted Date: 5/16/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Overview: This position performs Quality Engineering for specific contracted space programs, including planning and implementing methods to ensure customer specifications and engineering requirements are effectively met. Under general direction, performs quality engineering assignments requiring a wide application of advanced principles, theories and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Provides innovative, thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of technical challenges, involving the conventional utilization of quality engineering techniques. Conceives and plans projects involving the development of new methods of dimensional inspection objectives. Reviews engineering designs and specifications for translation into inspection verification methods. 10% - Performs failure mode effect analysis of product design disclosure documents and specifications, utilizing inspection analysis tools and six sigma principles. 10% - Determines gage and instrumentation adequacy, gage R & R studies to determine process capabilities, needs and future usage. 10% - Develops, implements and reviews corrective action and process improvements by bench marking practices. 20% - Review manufacturing process planning to ensure compliance with drawing, specification and contractual requirements. Provide technical guidance to less senior quality engineers, inspection, manufacturing and test personnel SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Develop and apply new and advanced methods to meet new or unusual requirements. Keep current within area of specialty in support of Global production and R & D projects. Requirements: Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and 5 years of related technical experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). ASME 14.5 structure knowledge with ability to train on same platform. Up to 10% travel. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-19 20:22:05United StatesAerojetVirginia7207VACulpeper, VA28011760http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28011760/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Sr. Engineer - Control Systems Job ID: 7235 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 4/19/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general direction, performs control system engineering assignments requiring a broad understanding of engineering principles and a working knowledge of other related disciplines to define rocket propulsion system architecture and objectives. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to support development of closed-loop control systems for rocket propulsion. General tasks include algorithm development, system simulation using software tools including Matlab/Simulink, C++, and other custom software applications. Develop system derived requirements using physics based modeling tools. Define rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements, allocation, and conduct compliance assessments. Conduct Monte Carlo analyses to predict system performance margin. Integrate multiple analysis tools into combined high fidelity models that represent overall system performance. Performs functional analysis and conducts system trade studies. Assess system failure modes and recommend fault tolerance and health monitoring solutions. 20% - Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures. Independently responsible for working with team members on development of project plans and supports propulsion systems development tests and verification testing through solid rocket motor test setup, conduct, and data reduction. 20% - Conceives and plans development of new software applications and complex math models using several programming languages (Fortran, C/C++, VisualBasic, etc.) and other software for imaginative, thorough solutions to complex technical in the optimization of propulsion systems. 10% - Documents work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large audiences, including customer personnel. Reviews work of peers and less experienced engineers. Coordinates and participates in Integrated Product Team meetings. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering or appropriate discipline/science and at least five years of directly related industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred. Coursework and experience in propulsion systems and linear/digital controls REQUIRED. Rocket propulsion industry technical experience preferred, especially with control systems is required. Experience with Matlab/Simulink and C++ software language desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-19 20:22:02United StatesAerojetCalifornia7235CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA28011757http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28011757/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Senior Systems Analysis Engineer Job ID: 7242 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 4/19/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Performs systems engineering assessments of broad propulsion system applications including advanced rocket concepts and technologies and working knowledge of supporting related disciplines. Provides imaginative, thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of technical problems. Works within integrated product teams to formulate strategies and conduct necessary studies and trades in support of proposal activities and advanced product development. Supports product development risk mitigation planning along with associated testing requirements. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% Defines rocket propulsion system objectives and candidate architectures. Plans and performs preliminary concept trades and sizing analyses for rocket propulsion systems using system simulation software tools like Matlab/Simulink and custom software applications. Identifies critical concept design parameters and key enabling materials. Conducts thermal, fluid, and performance analyses to define associated environments and design solutions. Selects concept architectures that optimize cost/benefit trades. Develops rocket system concept of operations, and performance, fault tolerance, health monitoring, and control system requirements. 20%. Documents work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large diverse audiences that include customer and industry technical experts. Works with internal and external customers to craft new business capture strategies and action plans. 20% Develop software applications using several programming languages (Fortran, C++, Python, VisualBasic, etc.) and other software that wrap analytical tools and optimize propulsion systems. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or other appropriate discipline/science and five years of directly applicable technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Advanced degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline strongly preferred. Must also have background in nuclear engineering including knowledge of nuclear fuel materials and interactions, compact nuclear reactor design and operation, nuclear effects on materials, and knowledge of hydrogen impact on reactor materials. Rocket propulsion industry technical experience preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-19 20:21:49United StatesAerojetCalifornia7242CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA28011748http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28011748/jobUSASocorroEngineering Technician 3 Job ID: 7232 # Positions: 1 Location: US-NM-Socorro Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 87801 Posted Date: 4/18/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: This position is located at our Socorro, New Mexico facility. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - NDT - Sets up and operates equipment to inspect parts, materials, and assemblies to determine the existence and extent of discontinuities. Interprets ultrasonic readings, x-ray film and/or other NDT method discontinuities to determine location of subsurface and surface defects, such as inclusions, cracks, porosity, etc. Marks defective areas on the film, inspection record and rejected material. 40% - Assembly - Under close supervision, performs engineering support assignments that are routine to moderately difficult in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. Activities include: Gathers and maintains specified records of engineering data such as tests, drawings, etc. Performs computations by substituting numbers in specified formulas; plots data and draws simple curves and graphs. Assists in compiling records and data for analysis, running standard computer analysis. May assist in conduct of component tests. May create simple sketches as required. Detailed instructions are provided for new assignments. Guidance is readily available. 20% - Inspection - Performs inspection operations in accordance with Quality Control Standards, written specifications, or verbal instructions. Participates as required in product/process auditing through hardware/data verification and Statistical Process Control (SPB) verification activities. Completes all related documentation. The concentration is for X-ray radiography of explosives and propellants. Secondary Job Functions: Assembly and inspect warheads and other explosive devices using standard tools and instruments. Requirements: This position requires a technical associate's degree with a concentration in engineering and physical science and at least 5 years of directly related technical support experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-18 18:25:28United StatesAerojetNew Mexico7232NMSocorro, NM27978160http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27978160/jobUSASocorroEngineering Technician 3 Job ID: 7230 # Positions: 1 Location: US-NM-Socorro Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 87801 Posted Date: 4/18/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: This position is located at our Socorro, New Mexico facility. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - NDT - Sets up and operates equipment to inspect parts, materials, and assemblies to determine the existence and extent of discontinuities. Interprets ultrasonic readings, x-ray film and/or other NDT method discontinuities to determine location of subsurface and surface defects, such as inclusions, cracks, porosity, etc. Marks defective areas on the film, inspection record and rejected material. 40% - Assembly - Under close supervision, performs engineering support assignments that are routine to moderately difficult in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. Activities include: Gathers and maintains specified records of engineering data such as tests, drawings, etc. Performs computations by substituting numbers in specified formulas; plots data and draws simple curves and graphs. Assists in compiling records and data for analysis, running standard computer analysis. May assist in conduct of component tests. May create simple sketches as required. Detailed instructions are provided for new assignments. Guidance is readily available. 20% - Inspection - Performs inspection operations in accordance with Quality Control Standards, written specifications, or verbal instructions. Participates as required in product/process auditing through hardware/data verification and Statistical Process Control (SPB) verification activities. Completes all related documentation. The concentration is for X-ray radiography of explosives and propellants. Secondary Job Functions: Assembly and inspect warheads and other explosive devices using standard tools and instruments. Requirements: This position requires a technical associate's degree with a concentration in engineering and physical science and at least 5 years of directly related technical support experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-18 18:25:22United StatesAerojetNew Mexico7230NMSocorro, NM27978149http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27978149/jobUSASacramentoSenior Project Engineer - Mission Assurance Job ID: 7219 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 4/16/2012 Category: Other - Other More information about this job: Overview: The Mission Assurance Senior Project Engineer will operate under general direction, performing project engineering assignments requiring a wide application of principles, theories and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. This position will manage all aspects of projects having to do with improving product/process quality leading to 100% successful performance of Aerojet supplied hardware. Mission Assurance is a disciplined application of systems engineering, system safety, reliability engineering, manufacturability, risk management, quality assurance, lessons learned and program management principles to achieve 100% mission success. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Form cross-functional project teams, lead and actively manage project plans to completion. Define, baseline and monitor project objective metrics. 20% - Prepare presentations for assigned projects and provide project overview and status briefings to COE, Program leadership and Aerojet customers. 10% - Prepare detailed project plans to include budget and resourced schedules for quality related system implementations and improvements. 10% - Foster a cohesive and productive team environment through effective engagement of diverse team members. Secondary Job Functions: 5%- Conduct Root Cause Analysis and process assessments/improvements activities, as required. 5% - Perform various support tasks as requested by responsible leadership. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in appropriate engineering discipline/science and 5 years of directly related technical experience in engineering disciplines, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with rocket propulsion and customer mission needs is strongly preferred. In-depth knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and other Six Sigma tools strongly preferred. Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent with hands-on experience in Value Stream Mapping techniques preferred. Experience with Risk Management techniques desired. The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA), preferably using the Apollo or RealityCharting RCA method, and experience with Voice of the Customer (VOC) activities or equivalent. Must be effective in interpersonal communications at all levels of the organization, including customers, suppliers, government and industry contacts. Must have effective inter-personal skills to positively influence and create cohesive team member relationships and a productive cross-functional team environment. Familiarity with industry quality standards and tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DFSS, AS9100 and Design for Manufacture (DFM) are highly desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-16 18:54:09United StatesAerojetCalifornia7219CASacramento, CA27925740http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27925740/jobUSASacramentoEngineer - Hypersonic Propulsion Analyst Job ID: 7218 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 4/16/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier aerospace and defense company specializing in missile and space propulsion, is seeking an engineer in our Hypersonics group to work on the latest technology programs in air breathing systems and components. This position will work under general supervision of our senior Hypersonic analysts and follow established procedures to conduct analyses to investigate performance and fluid flow phenomenon and to develop analytical techniques. This position will directly assist our senior Hypersonic analysts in developing the critical modeling and simulation techniques used in missile and propulsion system. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% Under supervision of senior engineering staff, perform hypersonic performance analysis or fluid dynamic analysis for hypersonic air breathing and liquid rocket engines. Types of analyses to be conducted include high-speed reacting flow CFD, multi-phase fuel injection, engine cycle performance, and engine performance test data reduction and correlation and operability analyses. 20% Design and support verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Develop test systems and strategies, specify instrumentation and analyze test results. Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. 10% Prepare analysis reports and test reports, and present analysis results Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline and at least two (2) years directly applicable technical experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience) and has taken courses in propulsion or fluid dynamics preferred; graduate degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-16 18:54:05United StatesAerojetCalifornia7218CASacramento, CA27925738http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27925738/jobUSARedmondSenior Project Engineer - Electric Propulsion Job ID: 7201 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 98073 Posted Date: 4/9/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Hall, Arcjet, and Gridded Ion Thruster propulsion systems are key components of satellites used by our military, NASA, and commercial satellite service providers. Missions include interplanetary exploration, Earth orbit-raising, and orbit maintenance for small, medium, and very large spacecraft. Aerojet is the premier supplier of these enabling propulsion systems. As an expert in the electric propulsion field, the successful candidate will focus on thruster technologies, and will help assure the success of space missions through design, development, and qualification of Hall, Arcjet, Ion, or other EP thrusters. An understanding of spacecraft/thruster interactions will be critical to the long term success of the candidate. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): The successful candidate will be a key resource in the design, development and testing of new electric propulsion products. Typical duties will include: performing technical analyses, conceptualizing new product designs, planning and conducting test and product verification activities, analyzing test data and assisting the program manager in guiding integrated product development teams, leading product proposals, developing new business relationships and generating customer presentations. 50% - Lead technical activities on major programs. Perform tasks, delegate tasks and make decisions required to design, analyze, build and test electrical propulsion thrusters and thruster systems. Actively participate in understanding thruster-to-thruster interactions, and interactions between the spacecraft and propulsion system. Verify Aerojet’s products are in compliance with customer requirements. Provide feedback and interaction to show our customers that Aerojet is the best value supplier for their propulsion needs. 20% - Lead investigations to closure rapidly and rigorously, applying appropriate resources and personnel in a cost effective manner. Accumulate, prepare, and present the documentation that is required to close an investigation. 10% - Actively participate in strategic planning for Electrical Propulsion Product line growth and sustainability. 10% - Support proposal activities and manage internal research and development efforts as assigned. 10% - Active mentoring of less experienced personnel. Cultivate an existing knowledge base and build on it to serve as a resource to Aerojet and our customers for design, test and implementation of thrusters and propulsion systems. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline and 5 years of experience with a significant background in state-of-the-art electrical propulsion, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. A Master's degree or higher in an Engineering discipline (preferably Aerospace, ME, or Physics) is preferred. The successful candidate will have experience in performing technical analyses, conceptualizing new product designs, planning and conducting test and product verification activities, analyzing test data and assisting in guiding integrated product development teams, leading product proposals, developing new business relationships and generating customer presentations. Strong verbal, written, presentation, and team-working skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is expected. Strong preference for a candidate with a plasma physics background. Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person.2012-04-10 06:52:10United StatesAerojetWashington7201WARedmond, WA27779472http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27779472/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Senior Software Engineer Job ID: 7215 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 4/9/2012 Category: Engineering - Software/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general direction, provides professional technical development support for Aerojet’s growing electronic-based control system products, specifically in the area of embedded software product development. This position provides technical expertise to ensure that software products are designed in compliance with Customer requirements and expectations and in conformance with Aerojet development processes. Ideal candidate has experience in the development of embedded software for DSP-based controller designs for aerospace. This position reports to the Manager, Software and Electronics Engineering. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 65% - As a primary contributor for software product design, perform system and software requirement analysis to determine adequacy. Assist in deriving requirements for SRS and IRS documents. Construct software functional description, interface definitions, and other architectural elements. Support software design documents (SDD) development. Assess requirement compliance thru analysis, modeling and prototyping code design. Implement software code including peer review, unit test, integration testing and defect removal. Support software test and verification. 25% - Support software development planning, scheduling and cost estimating. Support software test planning. Interface with Customer and Aerojet software product stakeholders as to requirements, product design, analysis and test. Create software development artifacts such as requirements, design, and test documents. Support preparation for SDLC milestone reviews: SRR, SDR, SSR, PDR and CDR. 10% - Support software development process improvement: assess software process metrics, identify process gaps, create and evaluate process improvement options, review and improve metric definition and data collection and evaluate industry tools and other resources to promote growth and maturity of the software development capability at Aerojet. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related scientific disciplines and 5 years of direct experience in the development and deployment of software products for aerospace defense and/or high reliability industrial applications or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in process-driven design to requirements using military and/or government standards is required. Candidate must have demonstrated background for completing software development products. Direct experience in the software development for actuation control systems is desired. Candidate with experience working within a CMMi process model preferred. Candidate must possess experience with automated software management and metric collection and reporting tools. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-04-10 06:51:34United StatesAerojetCalifornia7215CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA27779468http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27779468/jobUSARedmondEngineering Manager - Propulsion Job ID: 7181 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 7 Zip: 98073 Posted Date: 3/27/2012 Category: .. More information about this job: Overview: Chemical and electrical propulsion systems are key components of satellites used by our military, NASA, and commercial satellite service providers. Missions include interplanetary exploration, Earth orbit raising, and orbit maintenance for small, medium, and very large spacecraft. Aerojet is the premier supplier of these enabling propulsion systems and sub-systems. As the leader of a propulsion engineering team, you will be involved in multiple thruster technologies and systems integration. Your focus will be on meeting customer/mission needs by leading others through robust technical planning, design, fabrication, test and verification phases. You will be expected to manage others such that they have opportunities for career growth and job satisfaction, while simultaneously producing a high quality product. At Aerojet, an Engineering Manager collaborates with multiple disciplines inside Aerojet and with our customers to deliver the hardware to make the missions possible, successful, and cost effective. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Manage and perform tasks and make decisions required to design, assemble and propulsion systems to meet customer requirements and verify their suitability for the intended use. Provide feedback and interaction to show our customers that Aerojet is the best value supplier for their propulsion needs. 25% - Support proposal activities and manage internal research and development efforts. Perform technology development and road-mapping activities to maintain Aerojet’s position as the worldwide industrial leader in propulsion. 25% Manage a group of project engineers. Provide coaching and career development and resource assignment. Promote Mentor/Mentee pairing. Work proactively with program management team to address resource conflicts and develop needed skill sets to support technical excellence 10% - Maintain a visible, respected presence in the propulsion technical community and serve as an internal and external technical expert on propulsion systems and sub-systems. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor degree in a related technical discipline and 7 years of related experience with propulsion systems and technologies. Advanced degree and knowledge of spacecraft systems, electronics and their development are highly desired. A general knowledge of related disciplines such as material science, component selection, thermal and structural analysis, spacecraft integration, and mission planning is desirable. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, as well as high quality written and oral communication skills. This position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Travel is required, as needed, within the United States to Aerojet’s customers and suppliers. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-27 22:43:56United StatesAerojetWashington7181WARedmond, WA27430804http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27430804/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Senior Project Engineer - Controllable Solids Job ID: 7160 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 3/26/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Support Aerojet’s growing solid propulsion DACS (Divert and Attitude Control System) programs at the Sacramento site. Planning and executing development programs and influencing and supporting design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40%- Determines technical objectives and approaches: plan, conduct and technically direct the engineering development effort. Provide coordination across the functional areas and with program management. Be responsible for the development effort under the general direction of the Program Manager(s) and Chief Engineer. Responsibilities include planning the engineering activity and then providing the technical direction to ensure the technical success of the program. 30%- Represent Engineering planning and progress to the customer, including informal communications and the preparation of formal presentations and reports. Prepare program plans. Prepare/edit proposals, reports and presentations documenting status, issues and results. Manage the execution of the development effort to ensure that the correct activities are performed on schedule and within budget, including interfacing with other functional organizations. Work closely with the development team and others to assure successful completion of project milestones. 20% - Generate design strategy, documentation, procedures, specifications and plans. Influence design, development, integration, and testing of components and systems for aerospace applications. 10%- Perform other assignments as required. Requirements: BS Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related scientific discipline and at least 5 years of directly related experience related to the development of aerospace and defense systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred. Multiple project experience with direct responsibility for design in aerospace applications is required. Familiarity with project management and system engineering disciplines. Experience in the leadership of complex controls, avionics, and propulsion systems development teams. Design experience to aerospace and defense requirements, environments is required. Candidate must have experience and knowledge of DoD development processes and familiarity with applicable aerospace and military standards. Must have demonstrated ability to communicate well with all levels of staff, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to foster positive, productive working relationships across the organization is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)2012-03-26 22:36:56United StatesAerojetCalifornia7160CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA27402946http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27402946/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Project Engineering Specialist - Controllable Solid Job ID: 7159 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Controllable/Solid Rocket Propulsion Chief/Project Engineer. Prepare program plans in conjunction with program management which define and allocate requirements; implement design and analysis tasks, special studies, experiments and hardware/test requirements. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Lead Engineering teams working on development program for propulsion systems. Direct and coordinate all engineering work; manage technical progress and schedule and cost status. Assure that delivered products meet Aerojet and contractual requirements for engineering design. 30% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. 10% - Provide technical consultation to Program Management and Business Development organizations on business development activities such as writing white papers or preparing and presenting technical briefings to customers. 10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Attend IPT meetings. Provide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management. Create Design and Development plans for assigned projects. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related field and a minimum of 9 years of experience on controllable/solid propulsion projects, including engineering team lead experience required (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. CAD knowledge desirable. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-26 22:36:55United StatesAerojetCalifornia7159CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA27402940http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27402940/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Project Engineering Specialist - Avionics/Electronics Job ID: 7173 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 3/26/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Avionics/Electronics Chief/Project Engineer. Provides project leadership for the design and development of electronic components and/or systems in support of advanced propulsion products. Works with technology engineering leaders and program management to prepare technology development program plans which define and implement design and analysis tasks, special studies, experiments and/or hardware/test efforts for electronic/avionics components. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% -. Direct and coordinate all engineering work; manage technical progress and schedule and cost status, define engineering resource needs and ensure proper staffing. Assure that delivered engineering products are created in compliance with Aerojet engineering process and meet contractual requirements for engineering design. 30% - Monitor, track and quantitatively assess technical progress. Interface with Program Management, Customers, and other Functional Organizations, and Suppliers as required to understand and develop resolutions to program technical issues. 10% - Provide technical consultation to Program Management and Business Development organizations on business development activities such as writing white papers or preparing and presenting technical briefings to customers. 10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Attend IPT meetings. Provide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management. Create Design and Development plans for assigned projects. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and a minimum of 9 years of experience on controls/avionics projects, including engineering team lead experience required (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Design experience to aerospace requirements, environments and military standards is required. Demonstrated background in testing and failure analysis. Experience with and technical risk management. Working knowledge of electronic production process and standards. Background in Electronic CAD design, schematic capture and PCB layout, is preferred. Software development, modeling and simulation experience is desired. Mechanical CAD knowledge desirable. Advanced degree preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-26 22:36:37United StatesAerojetCalifornia7173CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA27402923http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27402923/jobUSAGainesvilleProject Engineer Job ID: 6978 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Gainesville Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 20155 Posted Date: 3/24/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision and following established policies, performs professional project engineering assignments requiring full use and application of standard engineering principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Assists in the preparation of technical presentations and engineering reports in coordination with other functional areas and program office (25%). Assists in failure and incident analyses and problem dispositions (10%). Monitors status of engineering projects and communicates project requirements (40%). Performs engineering analysis, producibility analysis and materials compatibility as required (25%). Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and two or more years of related product design/development experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The ideal candidate will possess: BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; Directly applicable engineering experience in solid rocket propulsion. A Master's degree in Engineering Management or Systems Engineering is a plus. This position may involve future relocation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U. S. Citizenship).2012-03-24 18:30:25United StatesAerojetVirginia6978VAGainesville, VA27370521http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27370521/jobUSARedmondQuality Engineer Job ID: 7167 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 98073-9709 Posted Date: 3/22/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet is a leading supplier of chemical and electric propulsion systems for Earth-space and interplanetary spacecraft. Aerojet systems are on a large majority of U.S. spacecraft and we have on-going programs supporting European and Japanese customers. Our programs span the range from basic research for next-generation systems to on-going production for current missions - we have been to every planet in the solar system and beyond! We are currently seeking a Quality Engineer to join our team in Redmond, WA. The Quality Engineer provides program quality engineering support for specific contracted programs and will Plan methods to verify conformance with customer specifications and engineering requirements. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 30% - Utilizes engineering background and expertise to communicate between team members and customer counterparts to provide assurance that the hardware is compliant to specifications. Handles and communicates deviations/nonconformances at different levels within the organization. Understands and communicates typical aerospace processes (machining, welding, NDT, etc.) and how they are applied to the hardware being manufactured. 20% - Applies modern quality principles, concepts, and methods to aerospace and manufacturing operation, including Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools. 20% - Interprets engineering drawings and specifications, customer quality requirements, and company quality requirements to ensure compliance with the customer's expectations. 20% - Prepares comprehensive analyses, procedures, reports and presentations for customer review throughout the evaluation process. Reviews all supplier data and ensures that it is complete and accurate before the data is reviewed by the customer. 10% - Interfaces with the Material Review Board (MRB)to provide technical justification when a nonconformance to mutually agreed specifications is determined. SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: -Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or related technical discipline and a minimum of 2 years of related technical experience. This position requires manufacturing experience, preferably with aerospace industry emphasis. Requires experience with product development in a multi-functional team environment. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively establish positive working relationships with various operational groups, all levels of employees, suppliers, and customers. Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person. Working Conditions: Workplace includes areas where chemical materials are encountered.2012-03-22 21:05:00United StatesAerojetWashington7167WARedmond, WA27326571http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27326571/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist Job ID: 7146 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 3/19/2012 Category: Engineering - Mechanical Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Position requires a strong engineering aptitude and the ability to quickly assimilate technical requirements into mechanical designs. Must have demonstrated ability to design mechanical components and complex assemblies and verify the integrity of designs through the use of dimensional analysis tools. Candidate will be expected to work to specified deadlines without supervision and will be required to guide the work of level 2 and 3 engineering designers. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% - Interact with design engineers to develop propulsion components and complex assemblies using Unigraphics NX and/or Pro Engineer CAD models and associative drawings. Perform design and design verification analysis for engineering CAD models, drawings, design packages, and related data for compliance to contractual requirements, accuracy, and completeness. Perform design calculations and tolerance analysis based on ASME Y14.5 GD&T principles and Aerospace manufacturing tolerances and tooling concepts and quality inspection practices. Support rapid turnaround concept designs for proposals and design trades. Responsible for ensuring that Aerojet CAD Models and drawings are prepared in accordance with contractual requirements and Aerojet Policies and Procedures. 20% - Participate as a member of various project teams and committees. Responsible for generating models, drawings, dimensional analysis reports and visual art used in technical design reviews. Provide input and recommendations for mechanical designs. 10% - Assign work to and provide technical direction to drafters, level 2 and 3 designers and design support personnel as required. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an appropriate discipline and nine years of related technical experience in a mechanical engineering field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Requires demonstrated experience in the design and development of complex mechanical systems. Projects require dimensional analysis of mechanical hardware accounting for variation driven by structural, thermal and environmental. Strong working knowledge of GD&T dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5; the ability to work with Dimensional analysis software tools like Vis VSA; Unigraphics NX and Pro Engineer CAD models and drawings; solid understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, brazing, machining, heat treating) and assembly variation are needed. Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision and work with other senior designers within the mechanical engineering organization. Knowledge of Six-Sigma Design Methodologies a plus. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-19 19:40:08United StatesAerojetCalifornia7146CASacramento, CA27242957http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27242957/jobUSASacramentoSenior Engineer - Combustion Analysis Job ID: 6988 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 3/12/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet is looking for an experienced Engineer to work on the latest technology programs in both liquid rocket propulsion and airbreathing propulsion systems. Candidate will conduct combustion related analysis and provide test support to various propulsion programs such as Hydrocarbon Booster and various Missile Defense programs. Candidate will be a senior staff member developing and demonstrating the required analytical tools including a state of the art CFD-based combustion stability model for liquid propulsion applications. Typical responsibilities include conducting pre-test analysis on combustion stability and performance prediction and post-test data analysis of engine test data to validate component and propulsion system design integrity. In addition, the candidate will be required to use various analytical tools in analyzing the mixing pattern of flow in the propulsion system and possible impacts on both performance and combustion stability. Candidate will also participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% Perform pre-test analysis on combustion response of both liquid and airbreathing propulsion systems including combustion instability and performance prediction. Conduct post-test data analysis to validate the hardware design integrity and requirements assessments. In addition, the analyst will be part of Aerojet’s team to develop and demonstrate the state of the art analytical tools including the CFD-based combustion stability model for liquid propulsion applications. 20% Design and support verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Develop test systems and strategies, specify instrumentation and analyze test results. Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. 10% Produce analysis reports and test reports, and present analysis results to both internal and external customers. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline and at least five years of directly applicable technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree strongly desired. Demonstrated experience in team leadership required.Extensive hands-on work experience with combustion devices in the liquid rocket propulsion field is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. citizenship).2012-03-13 00:51:11United StatesAerojetCalifornia6988CASacramento, CA27096530http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27096530/jobUSACulpeperProcess Engineer Job ID: 6893 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Culpeper Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 22701 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - Process Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general direction, performs manufacturing and quality engineering assignments requiring a wide application of advanced principles, theories and concepts in the field, plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Implements, coordinates and trains other personnel on LEAN manufacturing principles in the plant. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Responsible for providing manufacturing engineering support for developmental and production solid rocket motor programs through the application of established manufacturing engineering procedures. Prepare and maintain manufacturing process planning, provides training and guidance to shop for personnel related implementation of planning. Assist in developing and implementing processing improvements. Assignments may involve supporting theoretical and experimental investigations, and assisting in planning of resources to support production requirements. 30% - Implements, coordinates and trains other personnel on LEAN manufacturing principles plantwide. 25% - Working under the direction of more senior Manufacturing Engineering staff, and with guidance from Design Engineering, Quality Engineering and Environmental Health and Safety representatives assist in the preparation and maintenance of detailed process instructions by following established manufacturing and EH&S procedures. Perform technical supervision and troubleshooting of complex operations involved in the manufacture of propellants, bondliners, rocket motors, insulation components, insulated rocket motor cases, and composite rocket motor components. 15% - Under guidance of more senior staff, review established solid rocket motor process instructions, monitor manufacturing activities for compliance with established process instructions. Originate, prepare , and maintain detailed planning (Standard Operating Procedures) for the manufacture of propellant, bondliners, rocket motors and inert/composite components. 15% - Assist in analysis and development of solutions to specific manufacturing problems utilizing manufacturing engineering techniques such as specification of tooling and organization of work flow. Prepare process flow diagrams, lead Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and used systematic approach and tools to identify root causes and problem solving. Perform mathematical calculations for geometric checks and chemical mixtures. Accurately report problems, solutions, and results, in concise written and oral communications. 15% - Assist in preparing for and participate in process reviews. Participate in design reviews. Interface with internal/external customers. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with two years of industrial work experience, as an associate quality or manufacturing engineer, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience should include demonstrated ability in manufacturing and the ability to interpret end item drawings. Experience and training with Lean Manufacturing principles is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-09 18:21:47United StatesAerojetVirginia6893VACulpeper, VA27036939http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27036939/jobUSAHuntsvilleEngineering Specialist - Spacecraft Vehicle Design Job ID: 7132 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AL-Huntsville Experience (Years): 9 Zip: .. Posted Date: 3/6/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Perform assignments requiring a broad understanding of engineering principles and a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Work in an integrated product team environment developing rocket propulsion systems. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 75% - Conduct functional analysis to define rocket and air-breathing propulsion systems architecture and objectives. Perform rocket propulsion trade studies of both liquid and solid propellant systems in order to select optimum solutions that meet mission needs. Select concept baselines that optimize cost/benefit trades. Conduct preliminary sizing of propulsion systems and develop derived requirements of propulsion sub-systems and components. Define interfaces and mechanical integration using CAD tool. Develop design solutions through component selection methods that minimize development risk through use of prior qualification histories. Leads efforts for derivation of internal requirements, requirement allocation, and compliance management. Defines verification plans using customer requirements and contract statement of work (SOW). Provide system fault tolerance, health monitoring, and/or control system considerations in development. Conducts project risk assessments and prepares and reports results on compliance plans. 25% - Provide project leadership of the design team and communicate results in oral presentations and written communication. Balance technical, cost and schedule risks during development project to achieve successful outcomes. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or appropriate discipline/science and 9 years of directly related technical experience in Engineering disciplines or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree desirable. Experience with structural and dynamic analyses for high precision optical support platforms. Experience with modeling of lightweight honeycomb sandwich structures. Working knowledge of POST mission analysis design tools desirable. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-06 21:26:00United StatesAerojetAlabama7132ALHuntsville, AL26963264http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26963264/jobUSAHuntsvilleEngineering Specialist - Systems Analysis Job ID: 7137 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AL-Huntsville Experience (Years): 9 Zip: .. Posted Date: 3/6/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Performs rocket propulsion system engineering assignments requiring a broad understanding of systems analysis principles and a working knowledge of other related disciplines to define rocket propulsion system architecture and objectives. Plans and delegates work tasks to other system analysis team members. Must be able to work independently as well as collaborate with large development teams. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Apply advanced techniques and theories to perform transient and steady state analysis for liquid rocket propulsion systems. Apply knowledge of cryogenic and storable propellant properties, design consideration, and modeling characteristics. Guide and mentor team in using and developing system simulation software tools such as Matlab/Simulink and other custom software applications. Develop rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements, including involvement in and coordination of derivation of internal requirements allocation while considering statistical techniques to establish acceptable tolerance limits. Work with team members to develop compliance assessments and verification plans. Analyze test data, comparing to performance predictions and trend applicable parameters. Conduct trade studies comparing performance with cost/benefit analysis and define systems architectures. Work with teams to assess system fault tolerance and health monitoring and sensor application. 20% - Document work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large diverse audiences that include customer and industry technical experts. 20% - Review work of peers and less experienced engineers. Lead and participate in Integrated Product Team meetings. Plan and support propulsion system development tests and verification testing through liquid rocket motor test setup, conduct, and data reduction. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or appropriate discipline/science, with coursework in propulsion systems and systems engineering and at least nine (9) years of directly applicable industry technical experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree in a related field preferred. Rocket propulsion industry technical experience and demonstrated skills with Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, Python, Easy 5 or equivalent tools preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-06 21:25:55United StatesAerojetAlabama7137ALHuntsville, AL26963262http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26963262/jobUSASacramentoSr. Computer Science Analyst- Wireless Network Engineer Job ID: 7073 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 6 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 3/6/2012 Category: Information Systems - Other More information about this job: Overview: Under very general direction, this position is responsible for the implementation and administration of Aerojet’s Wireless network infrastructure. This position includes responsibilities for troubleshooting and maintenance of existing Firewalls, DMZ, WAN, LAN, WLAN and VPN environments. In addition this position requires recommending and designing new Wireless and RFID environments, Firewalls, DMZ,WAN, LAN, and VPN’s utilizing Cisco hardware. This position will operate as a Sr. Network Wireless Network Engineer evaluating requests from local administrators and identifying network hardware and/or systems problems. The candidate will collaborate closely with IT leadership throughout the US to ensure system performance and availability requirements are met. The position is also responsible for other system and network administration duties as requested by the Network Operations Manager. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 30% - Provide technical expertise and platform leadership in areas of Cisco WAN, LAN, WLAN, VPN and Firewall technologies 20% - Develop strategy, process, documentation, tools for deployment for the company wireless network systems. 20% - Act as the company ‘best-practice champion’ for the deployment of wireless technology/systems developing RFID services supporting both indoor and outdoor wireless network (802.11) integration 10% - Assist in the formulation of Wireless policy and procedures 10% - Project planning, resource allocation and documentation as required 10% Participate in weekend maintenance activities, as required Other duties as assigned Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline (Sciences or Engineering) and six years directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience is required with Cisco VPN Concentrators, Firewalls, Routers, WLAN, Switches, and Load balancers. Strong hands-on routing knowledge of network/internet protocols/services such as 802.11a/b/g/n, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, DNS, IPSec, QoS, and NAT. Knowledge of electronic data transmission principles, LAN networks, Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, Cisco Access Points and troubleshooting techniques is essential. Preferred certifications Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE) or equivalent (Cisco, CCNP, CCDP, and CCNA) A self-starter with strong work ethic and discipline to provide timely deliverables without reminders from leadership, staff or customers. Outstanding collaborative skills especially with internal / external Clinical and Technical personnel with the ability to manage and work as part of cross-functional teams. Must have the ability to work in a fast paced dynamic and growing IT environment and the flexibility to work with a wide range of technologies. Ability to lift 30 lbs. Ability to crawl into small spaces Ability to climb ladders up to 10 feet Openness to being on-call at all times to support 24x7x365 operations Must able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance (US Citizenship required)2012-03-06 21:25:34United StatesAerojetCalifornia7073CASacramento, CA26963245http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26963245/jobUSASacramentoAssociate Engineer - ILS Project Engineer Job ID: 7127 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 0 Posted Date: 3/6/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Entry level Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) Project Engineer within the Systems Engineering Department. After orientation and training, performs Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) entry level professional engineering assignments under general supervision and following established policies. Support a logistics engineering team involving high value and energetic assets associated with solid rocket motor and liquid engine manufacturing; transportation and handling support equipment; and lift, move, and handling equipment. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Coordinates and tracks project development activities, schedules, monitors costs, and direct work flow for production support tasks. Ability to work in a matrixed organizational team environment is critical. 40% -Support and manage hardware movement and deliveries within facility and to customer sites. 20% Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication. This activity may require travel to customer assembly and test sites. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, preferred) or Science in an appropriate discipline/science or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Direct experience with solid or liquid rocket propulsion systems is preferred for this position. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). Apply for this job: * Apply for this jobonline * E-mail a friend about this job We consider the consistent demonstration of positive, cooperative, self-motivated, courteous and professional behavior to be an essential function of every position. While different positions have different primary areas of responsibility and technical expertise, everyone needs to work as a team, and we expect all employees to contribute as necessary to get the job done. Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). Aerojet is an EEO Employer, M/F/V/D Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should e-mail the Human Resources Department atAccommodation Request.2012-03-06 20:39:22United StatesAerojetCalifornia7127CASacramento, CA26961125http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26961125/jobUSAHuntsvilleEngineering Specialist - System Design & Analysis Job ID: 7121 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AL-Huntsville Experience (Years): 9 Zip: .. Posted Date: 3/1/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under little or no direction, perform assignments requiring a broad understanding of engineering principles, system level design, analysis and a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Work in an integrated product team environment developing innovative propulsion systems. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Conduct functional analysis to define rocket and air-breathing propulsion systems architecture and objectives. Perform propulsion trade studies in order to select optimum solutions that meet mission needs. Select concept baselines that optimize cost/benefit trades. Conduct preliminary sizing of propulsion systems, and develop derived requirements of propulsion sub-systems and components. Develop design solutions through component selection methods that minimize development risk through use of prior qualification histories. Leads efforts for derivation of internal requirements, requirement allocation, and compliance management. Defines verification plans using customer requirements and contract statement of work (SOW). Provide system fault tolerance, health monitoring, and/or control system considerations in development. Conducts project risk assessments and prepares and reports results on compliance plans. 20% - Document work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large diverse audiences that include customer and industry technical experts. 20% - Review work of peers and less experienced engineers. Lead and participate in Integrated Product Team meetings. Plan and support propulsion system development tests and verification testing through liquid rocket motor test setup, conduct, and data reduction. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or appropriate discipline/science and 9 years of directly related technical experience in Engineering disciplines or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree desirable. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-01 21:20:50United StatesAerojetAlabama7121ALHuntsville, AL26869937http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26869937/jobUSAHuntsvilleSenior Engineer - Systems Analysis Job ID: 7122 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AL-Huntsville Experience (Years): 5 Zip: .. Posted Date: 3/1/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% Develop system solutions and conduct functional analysis to define space, launch, missile, and other weapon system GN&C architecture and objectives. Plan and assess trajectories and autopilots. Analyze vehicle mass properties, bending, propulsion, and aerodynamic data for 3DOF and 6DOF simulation analyses. Develop architectures and conduct trade studies that consider vehicle IMU, GPS integration, booster TVC, and reaction control system integration and test. Develop models and simulations for multiple programs, proposals and internal studies of ground, air, and sea launched multi-stage missiles. Conduct simulation of space vehicle trajectories attitude control systems using Simulink, and C++. Analyze pointing, scheduling, and station keeping algorithms for multiple missile/multiple payload scenarios. 20% - Document work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large diverse audiences that include customer and industry technical experts. 20% - Review work of peers and less experienced engineers. Lead and participate in Integrated Product Team meetings. Plan and support propulsion system development tests and verification testing through liquid rocket motor test setup, conduct, and data reduction. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or appropriate discipline/science and 5 years of directly related technical experience in Engineering disciplines or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree desirable. SPECIFIC TECHNICAL SKILLS: Unix, Linux, Windows, Office, Matlab, Simulink, C++, C Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-03-01 21:20:25United StatesAerojetAlabama7122ALHuntsville, AL26869921http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26869921/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist Job ID: 7026 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 2/21/2012 Category: .. More information about this job: Overview: Without appreciable direction and exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and approaches to assignments, performs as an emerging authority in the test engineering organization. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity. Contacts include interacting with customer personnel on technical matters often requiring coordinated activity across organizational lines. Will also support off-site activities associated with the assigned programs. May act as Test Operations customer interface for complex engine test programs. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): (50%) Plan, conduct, and technically direct all phases of test projects for liquid engine component and assemblies. This will include the coordination with the Program Office/Project Engineer as well as other support groups including off-site organizations and locations. Will act as the primary interface within the Test Organization for that project. Will direct less senior engineers or support staff during the test campaign to ensure test objectives are met both technically and within all permitted conditions. Travel to specific test locations is required. (40%) Responsible for Test Operations oversight for the design, construction, activation, and operation of test facilities used in support of liquid cryogenic and storable test programs. Will input and support all critical reviews in preparation for a given test campaign. Will supervise less senior engineers in the preparation of review materials, analyses, and presentations. (5%) Provide technical input to proposal efforts, design reviews, and technical interchange meetings. Will act as an internal resource for test facility design, propellant operations, and test article handling; will mentor less senior engineers in all aspects of test operations. (5%) Responsible for adherence to project budgets. Will act as control account manager for test specific budgets and will status the program office as required. All project labor and non-labor costs will be monitored to ensure cost compliance; will monitor all project tasks to ensure compliance to proposed work effort. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate science and nine years of related technical experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. Must have previous experience in propellant operations of storable (N204, Hydrazine, MMH, UDMH, etc.). Experience with cryogenic (LOX, LH2, LN2, etc.) liquids desirable. Test facility design and operational experience is preferred. Workplace may include areas where chemical materials are encountered. May involve exposure to variable noise levels. Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety. May be required to utilize a variety of personal protective equipment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-02-21 20:47:39United StatesAerojetCalifornia7026CASacramento, CA26655126http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26655126/jobUSASacramentoSr. Maintenance Engineer Job ID: 7021 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 6 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 2/16/2012 Category: Facilities/Maintenance - Other More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Under very general direction, independently determines approach to objectives demonstrating a complete understanding and application of principles, concepts and practices. 50% - Analyze and make recommendations regarding manpower resource allocation for maintenance requirements. Plan, schedule, lead and oversee work performed by a multi-craft crew for repair and routine maintenance efforts specifically related to all high and low pressure steam/hotwater boiler and underground water systems. This includes, but is not limited to conducting ongoing daily and monthly crew safety meetings, daily maintenance of Title V records for all boilers and other duties as assigned. Coordinate with the Maintenance Crew Chief and customer in determining the proper planning and scheduling of maintenance work orders. Determine the materials required to accomplish the work and place appropriate orders for the same in an effort to have all of the necessary materials, tools, windows, and permits prior to work assignment. 40% - Maintain Preventive Maintenance records, determining if the established requirements are adequate, making appropriate changes and selecting proper materials and parts for accomplishing these requirements. Coordinate with the Maintenance Crew Chief and the customer in scheduling equipment/systems availability. Establish the requirements and obtain approved Safety work permits. Evaluate and establish Process Safety Management (PSM) Preventive Maintenance Records. Accomplish Special Project assignments utilizing technical skills and abilities as related to maintenance and process equipment. Evaluate processes and systems to make improvement recommendations. Perform Failure analysis by reviewing past equipment records and analyzing existing equipment conditions. Establish Predictive Maintenance procedures and requirements on facilities and process equipment. 10% - Participate in the review of construction projects with the Facility Engineers and the customer. Develop the schedule of work necessary to incorporate the required construction projects. Utilize and incorporate available computer programs in the development of spreadsheets that will help consolidate and analyze existing data. Requirements: Bachelors Degree in an appropriate discipline and six (6) years of hands-on experience with the maintenance and repair of high and low pressure boilers and underground water systems (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Requires prior planning and scheduling of maintenance crafts (i.e., Maintenance Mechanic, Journeyman Electrician and Refrigeration Mechanic) in a team lead or supervisory capacity. Familiarity with title 8 Boiler and Fired Pressure Vessel Orders and Title V Air Emission requirements is desired. Experience with high voltage distribution and electrical systems is desired. Also requires knowledge and experience using a CMMS. U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person required.2012-02-16 22:38:47United StatesAerojetCalifornia7021CASacramento, CA26577215http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26577215/jobUSARedmondMission Assurance Engineer Job ID: 7088 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 98073-9709 Posted Date: 2/16/2012 Category: Other - Other More information about this job: Overview: The Mission Assurance Engineer will operate without appreciable direction, exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives. This position will provide oversight of all aspects of programs having to do with assuring 100% success of Aerojet supplied hardware. The Mission Assurance Engineer will be an independent advocate to the Program Manager and effectively operates as the risk manager for a program or multiple programs. Mission Assurance is a disciplined application of systems engineering, system safety, reliability engineering, manufacturability, risk management, quality assurance, lessons learned and program management principles to achieve 100% mission success. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Execute a Systems Engineering approach to Mission Assurance with emphasis on proactive Risk Management throughout the various program life-cycles. Orchestrate the Risk Management process for assigned programs/product lines. Maintain the Program Risk Register and facilitate the Program Risk Board meetings for assigned programs. 20% - Conduct process audits and assessments of program team processes to identify mission assurance concerns, assure that root causes are understood, and timely/effective corrective and preventive actions are defined. Review appropriate DFMEA's/PFMEA's generated on assigned programs for adequacy and recommend updates as deemed necessary. Capture appropriate lessons learned and assess against program risk register for potential impact as appropriate. 10% - Support and approve Flight Readiness/President's Reviews. Participate as an independent reviewer or voting member in internal/customer Designs Reviews and Critical Reviews (Facility, Experiment, Program). 10% - Act as primary point of contact for assigned Aerojet program to the customer's Mission Assurance organization to assure flowdown of mission assurance disciplines/requirements and timely reporting/resolution of mission assurance concerns. 10% - Perform weekly reviews of mission assurance concerns with Aerojet functional team leads and customer mission assurance/technical representatives. Provide Aerojet management with weekly status reports. Secondary Job Functions: 5% - Work with Engineering and Operations to implement proven tools, such as Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing techniques and Apollo Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to reduce cycle time, improve yield, and reduce non-conformance (NC). 5% - Establish and maintain Mission Assurance metrics for monthly review. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline/science and nine years of directly related technical experience in engineering disciplines (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience with rocket propulsion and customer mission needs is strongly preferred. Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent with hands-on experience in Value Stream Mapping techniques preferred. Experience in Risk Management including working knowledge of risk matrices (risk cubes”), risk registers and developing product/process risk profiles desired. Working knowledge of Design/Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (D/PFMEA) techniques and usage required. The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in conducting RCA, preferably using the Apollo or RealityCharting RCA method, and experience with Voice of the Customer (VOC) workshops or equivalent. Must be effective in interpersonal communications at all levels of the organization, including customers, suppliers, government and industry contacts. Familiarity with industry quality standards and tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DFSS, AS9100 and Design for Manufacture (DFM) are highly desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-02-16 22:38:42United StatesAerojetWashington7088WARedmond, WA26577205http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26577205/jobUSARedmondElectronics Manufacturing Engineer Job ID: 7057 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 98073 Posted Date: 2/1/2012 Category: Manufacturing - Manufacturing Engineering More information about this job: Overview: This position will be responsible for leading electronics manufacturing activities for Aerojet in Redmond, WA, which produces low volume, high complexity electronics power processing units for the space applications. The person in this position will work with a cross functional team of engineers including program management, assembly technicians, and test personnel to ensure quality manufacturing of space electronics hardware. Responsibilities include manufacturing process development/maintenance, work instruction creation, tool design, test equipment design, personnel training, process ownership, and management of hardware flow through production including budget and schedule. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 45% - Manage production hardware flow through assembly and potentially test including maintaining BOM’s, creating/maintaining assembly/test work instructions, and managing resources priorities (budget and schedule). 25% - Work hands on in high reliability electronics assembly/test environment to define specifications for tooling needs. 10% - Support integrated product teams in the design and development of new and upgraded products and processes to ensure they conform to best practices for manufacturing and assembly. 20% - Serve as process owner for key electronics processes including ensuring successful implementation, training, certification of personnel, and process monitoring to ensure process control is maintained. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or a Mechanical Engineering with appropriate working Electrical Engineering experience) and 2 years of related technical experience. Must have experience in electronics manufacturing and a solid understanding of concepts and practices common to an aerospace electronics environment including PWBs, IPC-J-STD, hand soldering, and wave soldering. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to analyze and solve technical problems with minimum supervision are required. Must have experience and familiarity with MS Office products (Excel, Visio, PowerPoint). Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person.2012-02-02 00:10:27United StatesAerojetWashington7057WARedmond, WA26259194http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26259194/jobUSACulpeperEngineering Technician, Level 2 Job ID: 7031 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Culpeper Experience (Years): 4 Zip: 22701 Posted Date: 1/31/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision, performs tasks that are routine to moderately difficult in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): -Prepare parts and materials for bonding using various adhesives – 25% -Prepare lay-up components using uncured rubber materials – 30% -Cutting and measuring patterns from raw materials and using hand tools and/or mechanical devices – 30% -Operate cure equipment such as an auto-clave and ovens – 15% Requirements: High School diploma plus 4 years of directly related engineering technical support experience or an Associate’s degree with a concentration in engineering and physical science plus 2 years of directly related engineering technical support experience or equivalent combination of education and experience and a thorough understanding of mechanical equipment and its operation. The ability to work with tools, both hand and electric and or pneumatic is preferred. Must be able to perform diversified, but semi-repetitive operations following standardized methods and procedures under changing conditions. In addition to the above education/experience all of the following are mandatory requirements for this position: Must be able to occasionally lift 50 lbs. Must be able to participate in the respirator program. Must have and maintain valid driver’s license. Must be able to work overtime and shift work as required Physically able to work in a manufacturing environment that will require lifting, sitting, pulling, squatting, kneeling, climbing and standing Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-31 20:17:50United StatesAerojetVirginia7031VACulpeper, VA26221450http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26221450/jobUSASacramentoQuality Engineer Job ID: 7046 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Overview: This position performs professional quality engineering assignments following established policies under the guidance of more senior engineers and managers. This is a 3rd shift position which provides oversight, input and direction to nondestructive test inspectors. The incumbent requires a thorough understanding of Radiography and will be required to be certified internally as a Level 3 NDT engineer in the radiographic discipline. Interfaces with other Quality Engineers and shift management during turnover. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 80% - Oversees Level 2 NDT Inspectors in the performance of their inspection duties. Ensures all work is done in accordance with approved production planning, NDT work instructions, NDT techniques and general command media. Reviews inspected hardware to ensure quality of inspection and compliance to processes are maintained. Provide training in their area of expertise as required. Perform or participate in NDT Facility Audits as required. Provide necessary floor support for NDT processing and technical issues. Review, write, and approve NDT techniques and procedures as necessary to support production requirements. Support AESOP meetings to include any discussions on any safety (accidents, near misses, cause and corrective actions) technical, or scheduling issues. Ensure compliance of Safety, Environmental and Material Handling Procedures. 20% - Communicate issues between 3rd shift and the 1st and 2nd shifts. Communicates with functional groups such as maintenance and scheduling to ensure continued operations. Ensures hardware is processed through the work center in a timely manner. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Also requires, Level 2 NDT radiography certification with the experience and ability to achieve Level 3 certification within 3 months of hire. Shall hold a minimum of one major and two minor Level II NDT Certifications. Should have general knowledge (equivalent to Level I classroom training) of other NDT processes. Ability to provide interface to inspectors, NDT Engineering, Management, IPT Team members, and other customers Must have good communications skills. Requires good computer skills (Word, Excel). Ability to problem solve and the ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment required. Aerospace industry and ‘human-rated’ systems experience preferred. ASNT certifications are a plus. Shift work may be required. Some travel within the U.S. is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (U.S. Citizenship required).2012-01-31 20:17:35United StatesAerojetCalifornia7046CASacramento, CA26221428http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26221428/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Associate Engineer - Mission Architecture Job ID: 6950 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 0 Posted Date: 1/25/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: OPENING IS FOR A JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2012 START. In this position within Mission Architecture and Advanced Development Engineering, the engineer will work with senior engineers to develop preliminary designs and perform trade studies of new propulsion and advanced technology systems. The engineer will perform preliminary sizing analyses, model the system design, and create documents to communicate the design intent. This individual will mentor under the senior engineers to develop the necessary design skills required to create system designs. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 75% - Working under the leadership of senior engineers within the Mission Architecture group, develop preliminary designs and perform trade studies of significant, complex, innovative and advanced propulsion and technology systems to meet customer requirements. Perform appropriate supporting analyses encompassing system sizing, mass estimation, cost, electrical integration, structural integration, control systems and performance. Create concept of operation, requirements development, and initial system architectures for advanced technology systems. Development of sizing and performance tools and analysis creation using STK, FORTRAN or MATLAB. 15% - Assists in the development of presentations and present designs to customers. 10% - Work directly with internal and external customers to identify requirements. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or other relevant discipline/science (or equivalent combination of education and experience) required. Double major is highly desired. Course and lab work in energy conversion, instrumentation, and power plant operations is desired. Advanced degree preferred. Some directly applicable industry or research experience in power plant or energy conversion technologies is desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). Apply for this job: * Apply for this jobonline * E-mail a friend about this job We consider the consistent demonstration of positive, cooperative, self-motivated, courteous and professional behavior to be an essential function of every position. While different positions have different primary areas of responsibility and technical expertise, everyone needs to work as a team, and we expect all employees to contribute as necessary to get the job done. Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). Aerojet is an EEO Employer, M/F/V/D Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should e-mail the Human Resources Department atAccommodation Request.2012-01-26 03:12:21United StatesAerojetCalifornia6950CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA26119957http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26119957/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Sr. Quality Engineer-Supplier Quality Job ID: 6998 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 1/25/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Performs supplier quality engineering assignments requiring a wide application of advanced principles, theories and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 25%: Reviews products, specifications and supplier requirements for translation into acceptance methods and plans (including acceptance sampling plans if needed). Develops implements and/or reviews corrective action and process improvements with supplied material. Processing nonconformances, monitoring or performance of product acceptance. Evaluation of suppliers and supplier submitted data including working with suppliers for improvement. Evaluate the capability of new suppliers and subcontractors and update the Approved Suppliers List. Review process planning to ensure compliance with drawing, specification and contractual requirements. 60%: Performs audits and inspections at suppliers as required. May recommend NDT techniques to meet the needs of new programs and problem areas. May provide technical support for NDT inspections. May develop process control methodology at suppliers May assign work to and direct less senior quality engineers and inspection personnel as required. 15%: Provides imaginative, thorough, and practicable solutions to a wide range of technical problems involving the conventional utilization of quality engineering techniques. Conceives and plans projects involving the development of new methods to attain objectives. Works with and obtains supplier improvements as required to meet targets and objectives. Keeps current within area of specialty in support of project assignment. May be located at a remote location. Requres considerable travel. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science and/or equivalent combination of education and at least 5 years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-25 21:54:40United StatesAerojetCalifornia6998CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA26112965http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26112965/jobUSACulpeperEngineering Technician, Level 2 Job ID: 6898 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Culpeper Experience (Years): 4 Zip: 22701 Posted Date: 5/10/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: Under general direction, performs diversified but semi-repetitive engineering support assignments following standardized methods and procedures under changing conditions. Assignments are of moderate complexity requiring the exercise of some discretion and limited use of judgment and initiative. Work is performed under the general guidance and direction of senior technicians or professional staff members. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 1. Clean, assemble and dismantle various types of tooling and equipment - 25% 2. Works with chemicals, energetic materials, igniters and related rocket motor components. This includes explosives, propellants, igniters, bond liners, primers, etc. Prepares/completes paperwork and collect data, may require performing mathematical calculations - 35% 3. Operates pressure test equipment and paint parts and motors - 10% 4. Packages motors for shipping -15% 5. Prepare parts and materials for bonding using various adhesives - 15% Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of related work experience or an Associate's degree in a related technical field plus 2 years related experience required. Thorough understanding of mechanical equipment and its operation and/or electronic repair is required. The ability to work with tools, both hand and electric and or pneumatic is preferred. Demonstrated ability to apply oneself within an assembly line type environment while completing all tasks in a sequential manner is required. Good oral and written communication skills are required. Must have the ability to complete multiple task and priorities in an appropriate manner. Needs to be able to make good judgment calls when it comes to making decisions as to process, equipment use, and safety precautions. In addition to the above education/experience all of the following are mandatory requirements for this position: Must be able to occasionally lift 50 lbs. Must be able to participate in the respirator program. Must have and maintain valid driver’s license. Must be able to work overtime and shift work as required Physically able to work in a manufacturing environment that will require lifting, sitting, pulling, squatting, kneeling, climbing and standing Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-23 20:32:24United StatesAerojetVirginia6898VACulpeper, VA26049260http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26049260/jobUSASacramentoProject Engineering Specialist Job ID: 7039 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 1/19/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Chief or Project Engineer for programs to develop liquid rocket propulsion systems. Prepare program plans in conjunction with program management which define and allocate requirements; implement design and analysis tasks, special studies, experiments and hardware/test requirements. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Lead Engineering teams working on development programs for liquid rocket propulsion systems. Direct and coordinate all engineering work; manage technical progress and schedule and cost status. Assure that delivered products meet Aerojet and contractual requirements for engineering design. 30% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. 10% - Provide technical consultation to Program Management and Business Development organizations on business development activities such as writing white papers or preparing and presenting technical briefings to customers. 10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Attend IPT meetings. Provide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management. Create Design and Development plans for assigned projects. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related field and a minimum of 9 years of experience on liquid propulsion projects, including engineering team lead experience required (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. CAD knowledge desirable. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-19 21:28:01United StatesAerojetCalifornia7039CASacramento, CA25993633http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25993633/jobUSASacramentoProject Engineering Specialist Job ID: 7038 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Chief or Project Engineer for programs to develop liquid rocket propulsion systems. Prepare program plans in conjunction with program management which define and allocate requirements; implement design and analysis tasks, special studies, experiments and hardware/test requirements. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Lead Engineering teams working on development programs for liquid rocket propulsion systems. Direct and coordinate all engineering work; manage technical progress and schedule and cost status. Assure that delivered products meet Aerojet and contractual requirements for engineering design. 30% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. 10% - Provide technical consultation to Program Management and Business Development organizations on business development activities such as writing white papers or preparing and presenting technical briefings to customers. 10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Attend IPT meetings. Provide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management. Create Design and Development plans for assigned projects. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related field and a minimum of 9 years of experience on liquid propulsion projects, including engineering team lead experience required (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. CAD knowledge desirable. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-19 21:27:58United StatesAerojetCalifornia7038CASacramento, CA25993631http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25993631/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Quality Engineer-Supplier Quality Job ID: 6999 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 1/18/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general direction, performs supplier quality engineering assignments requiring a wide application of principles, theories and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 20%: Reviews products, specifications and supplier requirements for translation into acceptance methods and plans (including acceptance sampling plans, if needed). Develops, implements and/or reviews corrective action and process improvements with supplied material. Processing nonconformances, monitoring or performance of product acceptance. Evaluation of suppliers and supplier submitted data including working with suppliers for improvement. Evaluate the capability of new suppliers and subcontractors and update the Approved Suppliers List. Review process planning to ensure compliance with drawing, specification and contractual requirements. 65%: Performs audits and inspections at suppliers as required. May recommend NDT techniques to meet the needs of new programs and problem areas. May provide technical support for NDT inspections. May develop process control methodology at suppliers May assign work to and direct less senior quality engineers and inspection personnel as required. 15%: Works with and obtains supplier improvements as required to meet targets and objectives. Keeps current within area of specialty in support of project assignment. May be located at a remote location. Requires considerable travel. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science and/or equivalent combination of education and at least 2 years experience.2012-01-18 19:18:36United StatesAerojetCalifornia6999CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA25960389http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25960389/jobUSARedmondSenior Project Engineer - Power Management & Distribution Job ID: 7005 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 98073 Posted Date: 1/16/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet is an industry leading Aerospace and Defense Company that is increasing its role in spacecraft design and integration. Aerojet markets industry leading propulsion systems and thrusters for all the major spacecraft companies. This robust product foundation gives Aerojet a competitive advantage as we work to support new markets and the emerging demands and NASA initiatives for space transportation. This position leads the technical definition of Power Managmement and Distribution systems (PMAD) systems in a manner that supports successful business capture and project implementation. This position is responsible for creation of Power Management and Distribution (PMAD) and Propulsion Power Processing system architectures from customer and mission analysis requirements, driving subsystem component requirements, and collaborating with the Integrated Systems lead in support of business development and technical proposal activity. Knowledge of PMAD architecture including solar arrays and drive assemblies, component specification and design including peak power tracking, energy storage, DC-DC power converter topologies, power bus, controllers, and digital communication protocols. Working knowledge of spacecraft architecture, including power processing, electrical fundamentals of power management including system modeling and stability analysis, EMC, control theory, circuit simulation and Worst Case Circuit Analysis and in PMAD system behavior. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 25% - Defines architecture and requirements for spacecraft PMAD sub-systems. 25% - Performs system and subsystem analysis and simulations, applying electrical fundamentals, 25% - Creates technical proposals including development NRE labor and materials, make/buy trades and project planning. Supports business development through technical presentations. 25% - Creates PMAD component requirement specifications. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and five years of related technical experience including a solid understanding of systems engineering, integrated product development, and project management. MSEE degree preferred. Experience in the design of space based power management systems and spacecraft systems analysis and design. Must have experience in developing detailed requirements documentation and defining detailed electrical interfaces within a system/subsystem. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-16 18:18:48United StatesAerojetWashington7005WARedmond, WA25909451http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25909451/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist - Mission Assurance Job ID: 7018 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 1/13/2012 Category: Other - Other More information about this job: Overview: The Mission Assurance Engineer will operate without appreciable direction, exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives. This position will provide oversight of all aspects of programs having to do with assuring 100% success of Aerojet supplied hardware. Mission Assurance Engineer will be an independent advocate to the Program Manager and effectively operate as the Risk Manager for a program or multiple programs. Mission Assurance is a disciplined application of systems engineering, system safety, reliability engineering, manufacturability, risk management, quality assurance, and lessons learned and program management principles to achieve 100% mission success. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Execute a Systems Engineering approach to Mission Assurance with emphasis on proactive Risk Management throughout the various program life-cycles. Orchestrate the Risk Management process for assigned programs/product lines. Maintain the Program Risk Register and facilitate the Program Risk Board meetings for assigned programs. 20% - Conduct process audits and assessments of program team processes to identify mission assurance concerns, assure that root causes are understood, and timely/effective corrective and preventive actions are defined. Review appropriate DFMEAs/PFMEAs generated on assigned programs for adequacy and recommend updates as deemed necessary. Capture appropriate lessons learned and assess against program risk register for potential impact as appropriate 10% - Support and approve Flight Readiness/President’s Reviews. Participate as an independent reviewer or voting member in internal/customer Design Reviews and Critical Reviews (Facility, Experiment, and Program). 10% - Act as primary point of contact, for assigned Aerojet program, to the customer's Mission Assurance organization to assure flow down of mission assurance disciplines/requirements and timely reporting/resolution of mission assurance concerns. 10% - Perform weekly reviews of mission assurance concerns with Aerojet functional team leads and customer mission assurance/technical representatives. Provide Aerojet/management with weekly status reports. Secondary Job Functions: 5% - Work with Engineering and Operations to implement proven tools, such as Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing techniques and Apollo Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to reduce cycle time, improve yield, and reduce non-conformances (NC). 5% - Establish and maintain Mission Assurance metrics for monthly review. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline/science and nine years of directly related technical experience in engineering disciplines (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience with rocket propulsion and customer mission needs is strongly preferred. Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent with hands-on experience in Value Stream Mapping techniques preferred. Experience in Risk Management including working knowledge of risk matrices (risk cubes”), risk registers and developing product/process risk profiles desired. Working knowledge of Design/Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (D/PFMEA) techniques and usage required. The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in conducting RCA, preferably using the Apollo or RealityCharting RCA method, and experience with Voice of the Customer (VOC) workshops or equivalent. Must be effective in interpersonal communications at all levels of the organization, including customers, suppliers, government and industry contacts. Familiarity with industry quality standards and tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DFSS, AS9100 and Design for Manufacture (DFM) are highly desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-13 20:14:13United StatesAerojetCalifornia7018CASacramento, CA25889475http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25889475/jobUSASacramentoSenior Quality Engineer Job ID: 6989 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% Collects data, performs data analysis and makes improvement recommendation to management. Once approved, creates plans and implements improvements per the plan. Trains departmental inspectors and engineers in improved methods, processes and equipment. The incumbent may lead multifunctional teams to implement improvements. Supports and participates in root cause investigations including the creation and implementation of corrective and preventive action plans. Participates in proposal development by coordinating with departmental engineers in creating cost estimates, reviewing future equipment and personnel needs. 20% Participates in Process FMEAs (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to ensure that people, product and process risk is identified and mitigated to allow efficient and effective manufacturing within the constraints of customer and company requirements. 20% Prepares, tracks and presents metrics to measure the health of various processes; creates and presents action plans for process improvement activities and special projects. 10% Manage other projects as assigned. Provide imaginative, thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of technical problems through the application of quality or industrial engineering disciplines and tools. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate science (Industrial Engineering, preferred) and 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. To be successful, must have the ability to apply engineering principles in the manufacture and inspection of aerospace hardware. Be willing to learn, have an excellent work ethic, problem solving abilities and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work effectively in a team environment. This position requires the use of various computer applications to analyze data and to create presentations (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other office software). Aerospace industry and ‘human-rated’ systems experience is preferred. Lean Manufacturing, ASQ and/or ASNT certifications are a plus. Some travel within the U.S. is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-11 21:31:55United StatesAerojetCalifornia6989CASacramento, CA25836824http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25836824/jobUSARedmondSenior Electronics Engineer - Space Electronics Job ID: 6945 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 98073-9709 Posted Date: 1/10/2012 Category: Engineering - Electrical Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Hall Current and Arcjet Thruster propulsion systems are key components of Geo-synchronous Earth Orbit satellites used by our military and commercial satellite service providers. Additionally Hall Thruster Propulsion Systems propel interplanetary spacecraft to and from their distant destinations. Aerojet is the premier supplier of these enabling propulsion systems. A key component of these systems is the Power Processing Unit (PPU) which converts spacecraft power from solar arrays to propulsion energy used by the Electric Propulsion thrusters. As a member of our Electrical Engineering team, a Senior Electronics Engineer participates in the success of space missions through design, development, and qualification of power processing products with emphasis on circuit analysis, design, implementation and verification of power processing electronics. A Senior Electronics Engineer collaborates with other engineers in multiple engineering disciplines to translate customer requirements into space flight hardware. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Responsible for the analysis, design, development, documentation and verification of major circuit modules in power processing electronics. 20% - Responsible for planning, budget, and schedule for their design tasks and for successful completion of planned tasks. 15% - Applies advanced techniques and the modifications and extension of theories, precepts and practices in electrical engineering and related sciences and disciplines. 10% - Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering verification/validation tests, products or equipment, or a program function. 10% - May direct, coordinate and review the work of junior engineers and/or technicians. 5% - Provides technical consultation to technical staff or other organizations as necessary. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 5 years of experience in High Power (>1KW), DC/DC Switch mode Power Supply Design. Advanced degree preferred. Proven strong circuit simulation skills using SPICE or equivalent required. Must have familiarity with Space and MIL-STDs electronics design requirements. Should have experience with the following: military and/or space electronics qualification and production programs, integrated product development and design for manufacturing, and EMI/EMC design and testing. Requires strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills. U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person required. This position may require eligibility for a U.S. Security Clearance in the future and ongoing employment may be contingent upon such eligibility, which requires U.S. Citizenship.2012-01-10 20:58:51United StatesAerojetWashington6945WARedmond, WA25811248http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25811248/jobUSACamdenEngineering Tech 3 Job ID: 6875 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AR-Camden Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 71711-1036 Posted Date: 1/4/2012 Category: Technicians - Other More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% Under direction of engineer the technician will support and perform rocket motor build up from case preparation to final assembly for development and qualification efforts. 20% Mixing - The Technician will need to standardize new lot sets of materials for all current programs, and make mixes for all new programs that we may acquire.The Technician is responsible for requisitioning material for upcoming mixes. 10% Casting- The Technician will build up batch check motors for all mixes for pre-cast, de-tool batch checks after cure, clean tooling and build up batch checks for rocket test. 5% Mathematical - The Technician is required to perform mathematical problems, such as, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. The mathematical problems will be performed on all mix sheets. The Technician is required to make out ATIS sheets on all batch check motors sent to rocket test. 5% Other duties as assigned- The Technician will perform other duties as assigned to assist in meeting production schedules. Requirements: Typically requires a technical Associate's degree with concentration in engineering and physical science and 5-6 years of directly related engineering technical support experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have thorough knowledge of practices and procedures in area of assignment. Must be able to execute a complex sequence of operations in a field where standard procedures are available, but changing conditions occasionally require independent action. Ability to perform engineering mathematical calculations as required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level(requires U.S. Citizenship).2012-01-05 03:35:39United StatesAerojetArkansas6875ARCamden, AR25705401http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25705401/jobUSAGainesvilleSenior Engineer – Structural Analysis Job ID: 6830 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Gainesville Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 20155 Posted Date: 5/15/2012 Category: Engineering - Structural More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet is a world recognized leader in space and missile propulsion. We design and manufacture rockets for space launch vehicles and in-space flight. Under general direction and minimal supervision, performs structural analysis, nonlinear material behavior and structural dynamics. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Performs structural analysis to verify product designs meet structural performance requirements. 70% - Perform structural modeling of rocket motor hardware components - Conduct closed form solutions on hardware and solid propellant grains to structurally analyze joints and preliminary size components for pressure and thermal gradient boundary conditions. Materials will be a combination of isotropic, viscoelastic and composite. Thermal gradients and pressure distributions as well as specified mechanical loads for these models will be provided by other analysis team members. The ability to coordinate with other team members for loads and an understanding of customer specified aerospace structural requirements is required. An ability to analyze static & dynamic loads, material nonlinearities and structural instabilities is required. - Using solid CAD models provided by other team members, generate FEA mesh in NX, IDEAS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN and/or ANSYS. The above loads and pressures will be used in these models. - Perform static structural analysis and assess operating margins. - Generate and provide analysis reports and presentation materials to analysis team and customers documenting FEM and analysis results. 10% - Report status and results of analysis tasks at design and program reviews. 20% - Prepare technical reports documenting all analysis activities. Requirements: This position requires a Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace or Engineering Mechanics) and 5 years of engineering experience with finite element analysis, nonlinear material behavior and structural dynamics experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. A Master's degree in a field of engineering that emphasizes structural analysis (majors listed above) is preferred. Demonstrated experience in performing linear, non-linear and dynamic structural analyses supporting design, development and production qualification is required. Requires proficiency using finite element analysis tools such as ANSYS or ABAQUS. Knowledge and experience with aerospace product development efforts is desired. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Power Point) is expected. . Experience in composite structures, viscoelasticity, fracture and fatigue, solid propellant, and/or rocket motor analysis capability is a plus. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (Requires U. S. Citizenship). This position may be relocated in the future.2011-12-22 22:59:19United StatesAerojetVirginia6830VAGainesville, VA25529609http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25529609/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist - Combustion Job ID: 6876 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/1/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: This is an exciting opportunity to perform challenging work in the Combustion analysis area. Aerojet is looking of an experienced engineer as a key contributor in our Combustion group in the Analysis department. The candidate will be a key contributor primarily working in the field of combustion devices within our liquid rocket engines programs. The position of Engineering Specialist will be responsible to conduct combustion analysis to advance the design of next generation liquid propulsion systems. The candidate will become part of Aerojet’s team to develop and demonstrate the required combustion tests and analytical tools including state of the art CFD-based combustion stability model for liquid propulsion applications. Extensive hands-on work experience with combustion devices used in liquid rocket propulsion is required. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Under minimal supervision, perform combustion related analysis such as combustion instability and performance prediction, provide test support and data reduction for combustion devices related hot fire tests for both liquid and air breathing propulsion systems. As a Lead Engineer in the Combustion group, the candidate will be responsible for the oversight of other engineers and team members working on combustion devices of the liquid propulsion systems. Will be responsible for the planning and cost estimating of combustion analysis tasks, coordination of analysis efforts with chief engineer and IPT team members, pre-test predictions and post-test analysis of test data to validate component and system analysis models. 30% - Participate in design and verification tests of combustion related liquid propulsion and hypersonic propulsion systems and components. Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. The candidate will coordinate the implementation of combustion related solutions for liquid propulsion applications with design engineers, analysts, test, and manufacturing engineers in a multi-discipline project team 10% - Produce analysis reports and test reports, and present analysis results to both internal and external customers. Requirements: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline and at least nine years of directly applicable technical experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. Demonstrated hands-on experience and analysis capability in combustion of liquid propulsion is required. Demonstrated capabilities in developing methodology in combustion stability of liquid rocket propulsion are preferred. Team leadership abilities are a must. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-12-22 22:59:00United StatesAerojetCalifornia6876CASacramento, CA25529596http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25529596/jobUSASacramentoTechnical Principal (Project Engineering) Job ID: 6938 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 14 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Chief Engineer for programs to develop liquid divert and attitude control systems. Develop technical logic plans that include requirements synthesis, design and analysis, risk identification and mitigation activities, hardware fabrication, and testing. Leader of special studies, technical proposals, failure investigations, and independent review teams. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Lead Engineering teams working on liquid divert and attitude control systems. Direct and coordinate all engineering work; manage technical progress; and function as the primary technical liason with customer. Assure that delivered products meet Aerojet and contractual requirements for engineering design. Mentor less experienced engineers. 25% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. 15% - Provide technical consultation to Program Management and Business Development organizations on business development activities such as writing technical papers or preparing and presenting technical briefings to customers. 10% - Serve as independent technical reviewer of other product areas within Aerojet. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Attend IPT meetings. Provide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management. Create Design and Development Plans for assigned projects. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related major and at least 14 years of experience on liquid rocket engine projects, including engineering team lead experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-12-22 22:58:57United StatesAerojetCalifornia6938CASacramento, CA25529592http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25529592/jobUSARedmondSenior Electronics Engineer - Space Electronics Job ID: 6946 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 98073-9709 Posted Date: 12/19/2011 Category: Engineering - Electrical Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Hall Current and Arcjet Thruster propulsion systems are key components of Geo-synchronous Earth Orbit satellites used by our military and commercial satellite service providers. Additionally Hall Thruster Propulsion Systems propel interplanetary spacecraft to and from their distant destinations. Aerojet is the premier supplier of these enabling propulsion systems. A key component of these systems is the Power Processing Unit (PPU) which converts spacecraft power from solar arrays to propulsion energy used by the Electric Propulsion thrusters. As a member of our Electrical Engineering team, a Senior Electronics Engineer participates in the success of space missions through design, development, and qualification of power processing products with emphasis on circuit analysis, design, implementation and verification of power processing electronics. A Senior Electronics Engineer collaborates with other engineers in multiple engineering disciplines to translate customer requirements into space flight hardware. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Responsible for the analysis, design, development, documentation and verification of major circuit modules in power processing electronics. 20% - Responsible for planning, budget, and schedule for their design tasks and for successful completion of planned tasks. 15% - Applies advanced techniques and the modifications and extension of theories, precepts and practices in electrical engineering and related sciences and disciplines. 10% - Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering verification/validation tests, products or equipment, or a program function. 10% - May direct, coordinate and review the work of junior engineers and/or technicians. 5% - Provides technical consultation to technical staff or other organizations as necessary. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 5 years of experience in High Power (>1KW), DC/DC Switch mode Power Supply Design. Advanced degree preferred. Proven strong circuit simulation skills using SPICE or equivalent required. Must have familiarity with Space and MIL-STDs electronics design requirements. Should have experience with the following: military and/or space electronics qualification and production programs, integrated product development and design for manufacturing, and EMI/EMC design and testing. Requires strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills. U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person required.2011-12-19 20:13:58United StatesAerojetWashington6946WARedmond, WA25453361http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25453361/jobUSAGainesvilleSenior Engineer Job ID: 6862 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Gainesville Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 20155 Posted Date: 1/25/2012 Category: Engineering More information about this job: Overview: This position supports Aerojet’s Design Engineering organization in Gainesville and reports to the Mechanical Design Manager or designated lead. The role performs a variety of mechanical engineering tasks on fast-paced development programs. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Under minimal supervision, performs mechanical component design for rocket propulsion systems. Design complex mechanical systems that manage high temperature gasses (products of combustion). General duties consist of performing design trade studies, defining designs with CAD models, performing preliminary analysis, conducting tolerance studies, preparing/reviewing-engineering drawings, participating in hardware testing and design reviews. May guide and direct work of less senior engineers and support personnel. 20% - Review designs and provide technical input with respect to hardware manufacturing, processing and mechanical assembly. Requires interaction with technicians and suppliers to assure that engineering requirements are satisfied. 20% - Participate in customer meetings, peer reviews, and problem solving meetings. Prepare and present technical material for stage gate design reviews. Contacts include interacting with government and commercial customers on technical matters, which requires excellent technical presentation skills. Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering/scientific discipline and five years of directly related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Candidate must be a self-starter. Hands-on experience with mechanical systems is strongly preferred (aerospace, automotive, aircraft or machinery). Desire experience with CAD software design tools preferably Siemens NX. A demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and engineering analysis is required. Experience with solid rocket motors and air-breathing propulsion a plus. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). This position may require relocation in the future.2011-12-14 20:55:24United StatesAerojetVirginia6862VAGainesville, VA25357231http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25357231/jobUSASacramentoSenior Engineer - Ballistician Job ID: 6895 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 1/19/2012 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision and following the established policies, performs professional engineering assignments requiring full use and application of standard engineering principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): (65%) Works as part of an IPT structure in the design of solid rocket motor grains and igniters. Conducts associated internal ballistics and performance analysis of the igniter or motor. Prepares predictions for motor test firings and conducts post firing correlation analysis. (10%) Ballisticians typically spend a portion of their time at Technical Interchange meetings and Design Reviews and will directly interface with the customer. (15%) As a integral part of the Loaded Motor IPT, the ballistician, prepares inputs for Engineering drawings and specification documentation relating to the Loaded Motor IPT. (10%) Coordinates design requirements with manufacturing personnel and assists with definition of associated processes. Requirements: BS or MS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent major, and 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Good working knowledge of geometry, MS Project, MS Word, Powerpoint and Excel applications. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level.2011-12-02 22:13:12United StatesAerojetCalifornia6895CASacramento, CA25162349http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25162349/jobUSASacramentoSr. Project Engineer - Liquid Rocket Propulsion Job ID: 6775 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 3/12/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Project Engineer for Liquid Rocket Propulsion Development and Technology Programs. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 75% -- Oversee and coordinate engineering work on liquid rocket engine development or technology programs, working with Program Chief Engineer or Program Manager. Coordinate technical activities, track schedule and budget performance. Responsible for assuring that delivered products meet Aerojet and contractual requirements for engineering design. Project coordination within engineering and interface with manufacturing, quality, test, and procurement to ensure the program plan is attained. 15% -- Interface with Aerojet Program Manager, customers, and Aerojet Management on program technical issues. 10% -- Provide technical support to Program Management and Business Development organizations on business development activities such as proposals, writing white papers, or preparing and presenting technical briefings to customers. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Attend Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings. Provide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management. Create Design and Development plans for assigned projects. Requirements: This position requires a B.S. in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related discipline and at least 5 years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience on liquid rocket propulsion projects including engineering team lead experience is preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-10-26 19:26:09United StatesAerojetCalifornia6775CASacramento, CA24429694http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/24429694/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist-Structural Job ID: 6816 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - Structural More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier aerospace and defense company specializing in missile and space propulsion, is seeking an experienced engineer as a key contributor in our structural analysis group. The position of Engineering Specialist will serve as the lead structural analyst for both liquid and solid propulsion systems and components. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% - Perform structural and structural dynamics analyses for both liquid and solid propulsion systems and components. The primary focus of this position will be conducting structural analysis for composite structures. This position may serve as the lead structural analyst in a large program at Aerojet, involving planning and cost estimating for structural analysis tasks, coordinating analysis efforts with chief engineer, designers, and other IPT team members. Conduct finite element analysis modeling using ANSYS in both metallic and composite materials, and post-test analysis of test data to validate component and system analysis models. Provide structural design solutions and verification methods. Must also evaluate structural integrity with classical methods. 20% - Design and support verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Develop test systems and strategies, specify instrumentation and analyze test results. Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. 10% - Produce analysis reports and test reports, and present analysis results to both internal and external customers. Requirements: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering with at least nine years of directly applicable technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced Engineering degree preferred. Must be able to work with minimal oversight. Demonstrated experience in team leadership, finite element modeling in structural analyses required. Candidate must have demonstrated experience working as a structural analysis lead. Proven experience in analysis optimization at the front-end design process will be a plus. In addition, the candidate must be proficient in using the ANSYS tool for both metallic and composite structures. Familiarity in structural dynamics analysis is strongly preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-10-18 18:30:23United StatesAerojetCalifornia6816CASacramento, CA24283125http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/24283125/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Engineer - Electrical Engineering Job ID: 6726 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 10/7/2011 Category: Engineering - Electrical/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision and following established policies, performs professional engineering assignments requiring full use and application of standard engineering principles, theories, concepts and techniques - as an Instrumentation and Controls engineer. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 75% - Functioning as an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer for Test Operations, employee will be responsible for specification, calibration and data reduction/validation of measurement and controls systems. Set-up, operation and maintenance of data acquisition equipment and systems used throughout the Test Operations facilities. Design instruments, controls system and network interfaces as required to support testing. 10% - Employee will be responsible for updating, modifying and writing software code for data acquisition and control functions for the data acquisition and control systems. Primary languages include C++, Fortran, Visual Basic and Lab View. 10% - Employee to provide test planning and support; generate checklists/procedures; provide or support CERs, TRRs, PFMEA, PSM, JSA, etc. 5% - Employee to provide technical guidance/training to support personnel. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or related science discipline. Two (2) years of directly related technical experience in Instrumentation and Controls engineering, or an equivalent combination of directly applicable education and experience. Must have experience and knowledge on measurement and data acquisition, signal conditioning and calibration; computer interfaces and network communications. Must be able to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair instrumentation/network problems. Must possess desire and willingness to work closely with peers and subordinates. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-10-08 18:37:47United StatesAerojetCalifornia6726CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA24119585http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/24119585/jobUSASacramentoSenior Quality Engineer Job ID: 6683 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 4/9/2012 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Develop and apply new and advanced NDT/NDE methods to meet new and unusual requirements, and to implement cost and schedule savings. Perform duties to assist the activities associated with NADCAP Certification Requirements. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 30%--Develop, implement and apply NDT techniques and procedures. Evaluate new methodologies and equipment and present to management for review and approval 10% --Mentor and train all levels of NDT personnel in ET, UT, RT, PT and MT 20%--Apply knowledge of Quality Engineering methodologies and NDT methods for input to design reviews, failure analysis, quality program plans and manufacturing documentation. 15%-- Operate an NDT laboratory to contractually specified requirements. 10%--Audit NDT functions and practices 15%--Evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions and process improvement activities Requirements: BS degree in related field and five (5) years of related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Must have previously held Level 3 certifications in at least Eddy Current, Ultrasonic Test and Radiographic Methods meeting the requirements of Mil-Std-410 or AIA NAS-410. Additional methods (PT, MT) are desirable. Able to complete in situ test /and production environment ET & UT inspections of steel ducting /manifold structures for crack and other flaw conditions. Minimum Two years experience in crack detection needed. Level II/III certification in Eddy Current (ET) and Ultrasonic (UT) meeting AIA NAS-410 requirements, preferably ASNT certified. May be required to work some non-day shift hours. MS Office: Word, Excel, PPT skills & integrating photos for reporting will be useful Knowledge of Ultrasonic equipment (contact and immersion) required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-09-29 19:00:14United StatesAerojetCalifornia6683CASacramento, CA23921695http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/23921695/jobUSASacramentoSenior Engineer- Thermal Analysis Job ID: 6702 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 2/13/2012 Category: Engineering - Thermal More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier aerospace and defense company specializing in missile and space propulsion, is seeking an experienced engineer as a key contributor in our thermal analysis group. The candidate will be a senior staff member primarily working in thermal analysis area to perform analyses and support testing for both solid and liquid propulsion systems. The position of Senior Engineer will be responsible to conduct engineering thermal analysis for propulsion systems using commercial software tools such as ANSYS and Thermal Desktop and in-house computer tools. Solid understanding of the heat transfer discipline is required. Demonstrated skills with finite element modeling and programming are preferred. Candidate will be working from our main office in Sacramento, CA. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% Perform thermal analysis primarily for liquid propulsion systems and components. Interface with designers, project engineers, and other analytical disciplines (CFD, structural, etc.) to ensure the design meets thermal requirements. Typical responsibilities include conducting finite element modeling on propulsion systems and components comprising metallic and non-metallic materials. Types of analyses required are thermal finite element models with analytically derived thermal boundary conditions, thermal ablation models, and spacecraft thermal system models. Candidate will also participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. 20% Support thermal verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Develop test plans, specify instrumentation and analyze test results. Candidate will participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. Candidate will be part of Aerojet’s team to develop analysis tools and methodologies that improve the thermal analysis process. 10% - Produce thermal analysis reports and make presentations of analysis results to both internal and external customers. Provide technical guidance to junior analysts. Requirements: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering and at least five years directly applicable technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Demonstrated experience in thermal analysis modeling required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-09-22 20:16:12United StatesAerojetCalifornia6702CASacramento, CA23784893http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/23784893/jobUSAHuntsvilleEngineering Specialist - Mission Architecture and Preliminary Design Job ID: 6687 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AL-Huntsville Experience (Years): 9 Zip: .. Posted Date: 3/12/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under little or no direction, perform assignments requiring a broad understanding of engineering principles and a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Work in an integrated product team environment developing rocket propulsion systems. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 75% - Conduct functional analysis to define rocket and air-breathing propulsion systems architecture and objectives. Perform propulsion trade studies in order to select optimum solutions that meet mission needs and optimize cost/benefit trades. Conceptualize vehicle and/or spacecraft configurations and select component elements using trade study criteria. Conduct preliminary sizing of propulsion systems, and derive sub-system and component requirements. Provide system fault tolerance, health monitoring, and/or control system considerations in development. Conducts project risk assessments and prepares and reports results on compliance plans. 25% - Provide project leadership of the design team and communicates results in oral presentations and written communication. Balance technical, cost and schedule risks during development project to achieve successful outcomes. Liaison with Designers to assure timely generation of CAD models and drawings. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred) or appropriate discipline/science and 9 years of directly related technical experience in Engineering disciplines or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree desirable. Working knowledge of CAD tools (UG or Pro-E) required. Demonstrated experience in the design and development of complex mechanical systems is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-09-07 20:06:49United StatesAerojetAlabama6687ALHuntsville, AL23469167http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/23469167/jobUSAHuntsvilleSr. Engineer - Systems Analysis Job ID: 6650 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AL-Huntsville Experience (Years): 5 Zip: .. Posted Date: 3/12/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Performs rocket propulsion system engineering assignments requiring a broad understanding of engineering principles and a working knowledge of other related disciplines to define rocket propulsion system architecture and objectives. 40% - Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to support development of system architecture and objectives by performing preliminary sizing analysis and transient/steady state analysis for rocket propulsion systems using system simulation software tools including Matlab/Simulink and using and developing custom software applications. Performs functional analysis and conducts system trade studies. Shares responsibility for selecting concept baselines that optimize cost/benefit trades. Works with team to assess system fault tolerance and health monitoring. 25% - Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to support development of rocket propulsion hardware and software requirements, including involvement in and coordination of derivation of internal requirements, requirements allocation, and compliance management. Independently responsible for working with team members on development of verification plans using customer requirements and contract statement of work (SOW). Plans and supports propulsion systems development tests and verification testing through solid and liquid rocket motor test setup, conduct, and data reduction. 25% - Conceives and plans development of new software applications and complex math models using several programming languages (Fortran, C/C++, VisualBasic, etc.) and other software for imaginative, thorough solutions to complex technical in the optimization of propulsion systems. 10% - Documents work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large audiences, including customer personnel. Reviews work of peers and less experienced engineers. Coordinates and participates in Integrated Product Team meetings. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree or advanced degree (preferred) in Aerospace Engineering or appropriate discipline/science, with coursework in propulsion systems and systems engineering, and five (5) years of directly applicable industry technical experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Rocket propulsion industry technical experience preferred. Liquid and solid propellant rocket propulsion experience also desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-08-17 18:52:39United StatesAerojetAlabama6650ALHuntsville, AL23075684http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/23075684/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist Job ID: 6467 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 9/1/2011 Category: .. More information about this job: Overview: Without appreciable direction and exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and approaches to assignments, performs as an emerging authority in the test engineering organization. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity. Contacts include interacting with customer personnel on technical matters often requiring coordinated activity across organizational lines. Will also support off-site activities associated with the assigned programs. May act as Test Operations customer interface for complex engine test programs. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): (50%) Plan, conduct, and technically direct all phases of test projects for liquid engine component and assemblies. This will include the coordination with the Program Office/Project Engineer as well as other support groups including off-site organizations and locations. Will act as the primary interface within the Test Organization for that project. Will direct less senior engineers or support staff during the test campaign to ensure test objectives are met both technically and within all permitted conditions. Travel to specific test locations is required. (40%) Responsible for Test Operations oversight for the design, construction, activation, and operation of test facilities used in support of liquid cryogenic and storable test programs. Will input and support all critical reviews in preparation for a given test campaign. Will supervise less senior engineers in the preparation of review materials, analyses, and presentations. (5%) Provide technical input to proposal efforts, design reviews, and technical interchange meetings. Will act as an internal resource for test facility design, propellant operations, and test article handling; will mentor less senior engineers in all aspects of test operations. (5%) Responsible for adherence to project budgets. Will act as control account manager for test specific budgets and will status the program office as required. All project labor and non-labor costs will be monitored to ensure cost compliance; will monitor all project tasks to ensure compliance to proposed work effort. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate science and nine years of related technical experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. Must have previous experience in propellant operations of storable (N204, Hydrazine, MMH, UDMH, etc.) and cryogenic (LOX, LH2, LN2, etc.) liquids. Test facility design and operational experience is preferred. Workplace may include areas where chemical materials are encountered. May involve exposure to variable noise levels. Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety. May be required to utilize a variety of personal protective equipment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-06-01 21:30:00United StatesAerojetCalifornia6467CASacramento, CA21575384http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/21575384/jobUSARedmondProject Engineering Specialist - Propulsion Job ID: 6479 # Positions: 1 Location: US-WA-Redmond Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 98073-9709 Posted Date: 5/31/2011 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier company providing missile and space propulsion, is seeking a motivated, experienced engineer to actively participate in advanced development thruster design, test, analysis, and integration activities. The successful candidate will lead, delegate and perform engineering assignments. Assignments will require wide experience and knowledge of monopropellant development, assembly, test and operations plus general knowledge of related disciplines such as material science, component selection and thermal and structural analysis. They will support the Program Management Office by leading the technical team, while working within budgets and schedule. They will interact with customers and coworkers to ensure that appropriate internal and external requirements are verified. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 45% - Lead technical activities on major programs. Perform tasks, delegate tasks and make decisions required to conceptually design, analyze, build and test chemical propulsion thrusters and thruster systems. Verify their compliance with customer requirements and verify their suitability for the intended use. Provide feedback and interaction to show our customers that Aerojet is the best value supplier for their propulsion needs. 15% - Lead failure investigations to closure rapidly and rigorously, applying appropriate resources and personnel in a cost effective manner. Accumulate, prepare, and present the documentation that is required to close an investigation. 15% - Provide high quality documentation in the form of Memos, Reports, Test Procedures, Work Instructions, Compliance packages, and presentations, as appropriate to convey information both internally and externally. 15% - Support proposal activities and manage internal research and development efforts (as assigned). 10% - Cultivate an existing knowledge base and build on it to serve as a resource to Aerojet and our customers for design, test and implementation of thrusters and propulsion systems. Requirements: Requires a Bachelor degree in a related technical discipline and 9 years of related experience with space propulsion systems and technologies or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Interest in and knowledge of space propulsion systems or thrusters and their development are essential. Excellent interpersonal skills are required, as well as high quality written and oral communication skills. This position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Power Point). Travel is required within the United States to Aerojet’s customers and suppliers, as needed. Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person.2011-05-31 18:46:07United StatesAerojetWashington6479WARedmond, WA21543112http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/21543112/jobUSASacramentoSenior Project Engineer Job ID: 6404 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 4/9/2012 Category: .. More information about this job: Overview: Support Aerojet’s growing solid propulsion DACS (Divert and Attitude Control System) programs at the Sacramento site. Planning and executing development programs and influencing and supporting design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40%- Determines technical objectives and approaches: plan, conduct and technically direct the engineering development effort. Provide coordination across the functional areas and with program management. Be responsible for the development effort under the general direction of the Program Manager(s) and Chief Engineer. Responsibilities include planning the engineering activity and then providing the technical direction to ensure the technical success of the program. 30%- Represent Engineering planning and progress to the customer, including informal communications and the preparation of formal presentations and reports. Prepare program plans. Prepare/edit proposals, reports and presentations documenting status, issues and results. Manage the execution of the development effort to ensure that the correct activities are performed on schedule and within budget, including interfacing with other functional organizations. Work closely with the development team and others to assure successful completion of project milestones. 20% - Generate design strategy, documentation, procedures, specifications and plans. Influence design, development, integration, and testing of components and systems for aerospace applications. 10%- Perform other assignments as required. Requirements: BS Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related scientific discipline and at least 5 years of directly related experience related to the development of aerospace and defense systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred. Multiple project experience with direct responsibility for design in aerospace applications is required. Familiarity with project management and system engineering disciplines. Experience in the leadership of complex controls, avionics, and propulsion systems development teams. Design experience to aerospace and defense requirements, environments is required. Candidate must have experience and knowledge of DoD development processes and familiarity with applicable aerospace and military standards. Must have demonstrated ability to communicate well with all levels of staff, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to foster positive, productive working relationships across the organization is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)2011-05-12 19:09:53United StatesAerojetCalifornia6404CASacramento, CA21217741http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/21217741/jobUSASacramentoSenior Engineer (Structural) Job ID: 6385 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 2/13/2012 Category: Engineering - Structural More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier aerospace and defense company specializing in missile and space propulsion, is seeking an experienced engineer as a key contributor in our structural analysis group. The candidate will be a senior staff primarily working in structural analysis area to develop the analysis techniques and test support for both solid and liquid propulsion systems. The position of Senior Engineer will be responsible to conduct engineering structural analysis for propulsion systems using the commercial software tools such as ANSYS. Solid understanding of structural mechanics fundamentals is required. Demonstrated skills with finite element modeling and programming in ANSYS are preferred. Candidate will be working from our main office in Sacramento, CA. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% Perform structural or structural dynamics analysis primarily for liquid propulsion systems and components. Interface with designers, project engineers and other analytical disciplines (CFD, thermal, etc.) to ensure the structural integrity of the hardware design. Typical responsibilities include conducting finite element modeling on systems and components comprising metallic and non-metallic materials. Conduct finite element modeling on systems and components comprising metallic and non-metallic materials using commercial code, ANSYS. Types of analyses required are linear and non-linear structural analysis, rigid body dynamics, modes and frequencies, and validate models with test results. Provide design solutions and verification methods. Evaluate structural integrity with classical methods as well as FEA models. Candidate will also participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. 20% Design and support structural and structural dynamic verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Develop test systems, specify instrumentation and analyze test results. Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings. Develop and consult methodologies that improve the structural analysis process. 10% - Produce structural analysis reports and make presentation of analysis results to both internal and external customers. Provide technical guidance to junior structural analysts. Requirements: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering and at least five years directly applicable technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred. Demonstrated experience in team leadership, finite element modeling in structural analyses using ANSYS or equivalence. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-04-18 20:16:18United StatesAerojetCalifornia6385CASacramento, CA20777375http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/20777375/jobUSASacramento (Rancho Cordova)Quality Engineer Job ID: 6380 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova) Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95670 Posted Date: 11/7/2011 Category: Quality, Product Assurance & Test - Quality Engineering More information about this job: Overview: This position performs quality engineering assignments on Solid Rocket Motor and/or Liquid Rocket Engine programs in the DOD/Aerospace industry. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Provides quality engineering direction to the factory operators and inspectors. This includes, but is not limited to: Requirements interpretation. Ensure operators and inspectors have the correct understanding of engineering drawing implementation through manufacturing planning instructions. Planning review and approval. Independently reviews manufacturing planning to ensure appropriate design engineering requirements implementation, material traceability maintenance, quality record maintenance and operator and inspector sign-offs. Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA). Leads effort to quantify and reduce risk using this quality tool and is considered the process expert. Process Mistake Proofing/Improvement. Actively Participates in improvement teams to reduce risk through the application of mistake proofing principles. Inspect method development and implementation. Develops, implements and monitors new or existing inspection methods to ensure products meet stated engineering requirements. Program and campus procedural compliance. Ensures compliance to all quality system requirements through a thorough knowledge of documented requirements. Process auditing. Independently conducts process audits to ensure processes are following manufacturing planning, program requirements and enterprise level command media. 20% - Actively participates in the Material Review Board, including: Segregates and controls nonconforming hardware to preclude inadvertent processing; Dispositions nonconforming hardware; Prepares and conducts board meetings; Implements disposition decisions. 20% - Drives Corrective and Preventive Action to ensure continual improvement, including investigating and determining root causes of problems and developing and implementing corrective and preventative actions. Manages other projects as assigned. Provides imaginative, thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of technical problems through the application of quality engineering disciplines and tools. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate engineering discipline or physical science and at least 2 years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Requires technical knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes as well as technical knowledge of quality engineering tools and quality systems; Prefer experience in aerospace industry on Solid Rocket Motor or Liquid Rocket Engine programs. ASQ certifications are a plus. Must be a self-starter, be willing to learn, communicate well and have an excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-04-14 23:42:55United StatesAerojetCalifornia6380CASacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA20727725http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/20727725/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist – Test Software Lead Job ID: 6347 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - Software/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Provides professional engineering leadership for Aerojet’s growing electronic-based control system design / development, specifically in the area of software product design and development for PC-based platforms running real-time operating systems and/or Windows. This position provides technical leadership to ensure that software products are designed in compliance with Customer requirements and expectations and in conformance with Aerojet development processes. Ideal candidate has leadership experience in the development of custom software applications used in real-time simulation systems, in-house development test systems and manufacturing test systems. This position reports to the Manager, Software and Electronics Engineering. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 70% - As technical lead for software product design, perform system and software requirement analysis to determine adequacy and test parameters. Derives requirements for test systems including hardware, test software functions, measurement accuracy requirements and other system aspects required to properly test and verify deliverable system, hardware or software products. Construct software functional description, interface definitions, and other architectural elements for Test software design. Create software design documents (SDD) to document software architecture. Perform analysis and prototype coding of design to support compliance assessments. Performs planning, schedule development and cost estimating. Identify skill base needs for software development team and lead selection of team members. Lead software product implementation through communication of technical requirements, design, analysis, code development and test, review of next level software design and code. Lead test hardware design to ensure satisfactory delivery of integrated products for test. 10% - Provide technical leadership including integration of systems at customer sites, manufacturing facilities, or in-house labs. Support the development of test systems and hardware. Select software development tools for various target hardware platforms. 10% - Software development process improvement: assess software process metrics, identify process gaps, create and evaluate process improvement options, review and improve metric definition and data collection and evaluate industry tools and other resources to promote growth and maturity of the software development capability at Aerojet. 10% - Interface with Customer and Aerojet software product stakeholders as to requirements, product design and test. Create and present software development artifacts such as requirements, design, code status, and test plans at SDLC milestone reviews: SRR, SDR, PDR and CDR. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related scientific disciplines and 9 years of direct experience in the development and release of software products for aerospace defense and/or high reliability industrial applications on PC platforms using a real-time operating system such as UNIX or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have demonstrated background leading and completing software development products. Experience in process-driven design to requirements using military and/or government standards is required. Must possess active knowledge of CMMI-Software guidelines. Experience with automated software management and metric collection and reporting tools required. MS or advanced degree is highly desirable. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-03-28 21:53:36United StatesAerojetCalifornia6347CASacramento, CA20362374http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/20362374/jobUSACulpeperTest Engineer Job ID: 6308 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Culpeper Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 22701 Posted Date: 3/24/2011 Category: Engineering - Other More information about this job: Overview: Aerojet, a premier aerospace and defense company specializing in missile and space propulsion, is seeking a key contributor to be a member of its Propulsion Test Engineering team. Test engineers at Aerojet are essential in transforming program test objectives into test results. Test engineers work with customers, program managers, and project engineers to define test objectives and identify and select test methods and instrumentation. They then create plans and procedures for safely conducting these tests, utilizing existing test facilities and equipment, and/or designing new tools or techniques. Test engineers tackle a variety of problems and use a wide range of engineering skills, from mechanical and aerospace to electrical and software. Types of tests include static rocket motor firings, case proof and burst pressure testing, case structural loads testing, direct-connect ramjet/scramjet testing, aeroheat material testing, and dynamic/environmental testing. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40% - Plan, devise, and prepare test methods, instrumentation, and tooling, applying extensive testing technical expertise. Interface with Design/Project Engineering to develop/interpret test requirements. Work with Quality and Safety to ensure test methods meet customer and government requirements/regulations. Identify/specify facility configurations to meet test requirements. Design test fixtures or identify existing test tooling to interface with test articles. 30% - Conduct, oversee, and support test operations in accordance with safety and quality policy and procedures, maintaining overall technical control of test programs. May include physical/mechanical hardware setup, instrumentation calibration and setup, electrical/controls setup, test article prep, control software input preparation, etc. May include directing subcontractors in their execution of subcontracted test programs at off-site test facilities. 20% - Prepare technical documentation, including test procedures, safety reviews, and test readiness reviews. 10% - Manage cost and schedule for test programs. Coordinate cost and schedule planning/estimates. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline (aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, or equivalent) and two years of directly related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Work place may include areas where chemical materials are encountered. May involve exposure to various noise levels. Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety. Must be able to utilize a variety of personal protective equipment. May require occasional travel to cover off-site testing (environmental or other testing). Must be able to obtain and maintain a US security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-03-24 20:12:19United StatesAerojetVirginia6308VACulpeper, VA20302485http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/20302485/jobUSASacramentoReliability & System Safety Engineer Job ID: 6274 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 1/4/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Under general direction, and following established practices, performs professional system reliability and safety engineering assignments requiring a strong understanding of engineering principles and a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Work with integrated product teams in a development/low rate production environment. 50% Reliability Engineer with primary responsibility for performing Failure Modes and Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) on new propulsion systems. Perform reliability predictions using a variety of methods: generic failure rate data basis, probabilistic methods, MIL-HDBK-217F. 30% System Safety Engineer with primary responsibility to perform Hazard Analyses and Fault Tree Analysis on propulsion systems. Perform Launch and Test Safety Analysis, and coordinate with range safety personnel for launch operations. Per MIL-STD-882, Develop and document program system safety approach for program life cycle. Identify hazards, and perform and document hazard analysis per MIL-STD-882, assess mishap risk, identify mitigation measures or eliminate hazards through design selection. Develop procedures and training, review and track hazards, their closures, and residual mishap risk. (SSHA, FTA, SAR). 20% Prepare Safety and Reliability Reports, written and verbal. Support design reviews and integrated product team meetings. Requirements: Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering with courses in probability, statistics, basic reliability and two(2) years of directly related technical experience in engineering disciplines or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Advanced Degree desired. Completion of System Safety training course desired. Must have familiarity with MIL-STD 1629A (FMECA) and MIL-STD-1543B (Product Reliability). Experience in using probability and statistics in the analysis of test data is required. Familiarity with human-rated rocket propulsion systems and military and NASA specifications desired. Experience with Reliability Engineering codes (e.g. Minitab, NESSUS, SAPHIRE, Relex) desired. Familiarity with Range Safety Requirements (EWR 127-1, AFSPCMAN 91-710)and System Safety and Hazard Analysis per MIL-STD-882 desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-03-10 21:19:11United StatesAerojetCalifornia6274CASacramento, CA20054729http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/20054729/jobUSACamdenSafety Engineer Job ID: 6128 # Positions: 1 Location: US-AR-Camden Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 71711-1036 Posted Date: 2/2/2012 Category: Environmental Health and Safety - Safety Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision and following established policies, performs assignments requiring full use and application of standard safety engineering principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 35%- Reviews, analyzes and evaluates facilities, methods, practices and procedures for compliance with safety standards. 35%- Performs inspections and surveys to identify occupational hazards and recommends corrective action. 10%- Investigates accidents and makes recommendations to prevent recurrence. 10%- Conducts required safety training programs. 10%- Represent safety department in interactions with internal and external customers and regulatory agencies as directed. Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in an appropriate science and two years of directly related technical experience as an associate safety engineer or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Ability to operate effectively in a team environment. - Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-02-02 20:22:49United StatesAerojetArkansas6128ARCamden, AR19434079http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/19434079/jobUSASacramentoEngineering Specialist Job ID: 6116 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 4/9/2012 Category: Engineering - Materials More information about this job: Overview: Materials Engineer with both metallics and non-metallics experience to support new product development as well as ongoing production programs. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60%- Materials Engineer providing both metallic and non-metallic material support for the design, development, and production of both solid and liquid rocket motor systems. Knowledge of high-temperature materials, composites, ablatives, refractories, and ceramics preferred. Select materials for product application, calculate design allowables from literature and experimental data, perform materials property testing, define processes, review engineering drawings for materials and processes concerns, generate reports to document technical conclusions/findings, and present data during various design reviews. Contacts include interacting with government and commercial customers on technical matters and often requiring strong technical presentation skills. While general materials knowledge is required, direct experience in applying materials operating in high temperature and high pressure environments is preferred. 30% - Perform engineering analysis of nonconforming hardware including coordination of analysis for disposition of Material Review Board documents. Maintain interactions with customers on various issues including materials obsolescence. Conduct project progress reviews to ensure program control. 10%- Conduct failure investigations for root causes. Requirements: Bachelor degree in Materials or Metallurgical Engineering discipline and minimum of nine years of directly related technical experience in engineering disciplines or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree typically preferred. Strong project planning, technical leadership, written and oral communication skills are required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2011-01-20 21:28:45United StatesAerojetCalifornia6116CASacramento, CA19226411http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/19226411/jobUSASacramentoSenior Project Engineer Job ID: 6091 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 1/19/2012 Category: .. More information about this job: Overview: Support Aerojet’s growing solid propulsion DACS (Divert and Attitude Control System) programs at the Sacramento site. Ideal candidate has direct experience in successfully planning and executing development programs with ability to influence and support design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 40%- Determines technical objectives and approaches: plan, conduct and technically direct the engineering development effort. Provide coordination across the functional areas and with program management. Be responsible for the development effort under the general direction of the Program Manager(s) and Chief Engineer. Responsibilities include planning the engineering activity and then providing the technical direction to ensure the technical success of the program. 30%- Represent Engineering planning and progress to the customer, including informal communications and the preparation of formal presentations and reports. Prepare program plans. Prepare/edit proposals, reports and presentations documenting status, issues and results. Manage the execution of the development effort to ensure that the correct activities are performed on schedule and within budget, including interfacing with other functional organizations. Work closely with the development team and others to assure successful completion of project milestones. 20% - Generate design strategy, documentation, procedures, specifications and plans. Influence design, development, integration, and testing of components and systems for aerospace applications. 10%- Perform other assignments as required. Requirements: BS Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related scientific discipline and at least 5 years of directly related experience related to the development of aerospace and defense systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred. Multiple project experience with direct responsibility for design in aerospace applications is required. - Familiarity with project management and system engineering disciplines - Experience in the leadership of complex controls, avionics, and propulsion systems development teams - Design experience to aerospace and defense requirements, environments is required - Candidate must have experience and knowledge of DoD development processes and familiarity with applicable aerospace and military standards - Must have demonstrated ability to communicate well with all levels of staff, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to foster positive, productive working relationships across the organization is required. - Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)2010-12-07 09:01:18United StatesAerojetCalifornia6091CASacramento, CA18548623http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/18548623/jobUSASacramentoSenior Responsible Engineer - Compact Electronic Power Job ID: 6012 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 7/27/2011 Category: Engineering - Electrical/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Provides supplier engineering expertise and leadership for development of compact electronic power components procured through our Supply Chain. Compact power components such as battery and power storage technologies support the development of Liquid and Solid Rocket System applications by providing electronic power to electronic subsystems contained within complex propulsion systems. This position provides technical authority & leadership to our supply chain efforts and supports the integration of procured hardware into many Aerojet products. This position reports to our Manager of Software & Electronics Engineering organization. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 30% - Provide engineering design and analysis support to project teams, system engineers, mechanical designers and chief engineers in making effective specifications and source control drawings of procured compact electronic power supply components. Ensures selected suppliers are qualified to develop electronic power components and can meet the specification and SOW requirements. Works with project team to ensure component can effectively integrate into Aerojet systems. 60% - Provides technical oversight of supplier activities to ensure that sound design, development, manufacturing, test, and quality practices are followed. Identifies risk and defines mitigation plans. Leads failure investigation, non-conformances, and MRB as required. Produces technical reports and analyses and coordinates subject matter experts. Provides supplier advocacy and strong communication between Aerojet and supplier technical community. 10% - Performs a leadership role in assessing the capability and capacity of product area supply base to Aerojet’s strategic plans. Also supports proposal development, discretionary and strategic planning for supply-base mechanical component products. Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Candidate must have at least 5 years experience in electrical product design which includes at least 3 years of experience in the design and development of compact electronic power supply components. This position requires strong technical knowledge in electronic parts and power components technologies such as thermal batteries, lithium-ion batteries, high power capacitors, etc. Requires demonstrated experience in developing complex systems with integrated electronic parts and power components for space-based and missile defense applications. Candidates should have experience in electronic power load analysis, electronic power distribution, and electronic power conversion for application to PCB level applications. Working level knowledge of electronic control systems and ECAD software is desirable. At times, significant travel could be required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2010-12-06 11:41:01United StatesAerojetCalifornia6012CASacramento, CA18531612http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/18531612/jobUSASacramentoSenior Responsible Engineer - Electronic Cables & Connectors Job ID: 5985 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 7/27/2011 Category: Engineering - Electrical/Electronics Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Provides engineering expertise and leadership for development of electronic cables and connectors procured from Cable Assembly and Connector manufacturing base. These custom and semi-custom designed cables and connectors support the development of Liquid and Solid Propulsion System applications thru integration of various electronic components that make up complex control systems. This position provides technical authority & leadership to supply chain efforts and supports the integration of procured hardware into many Aerojet products. This position reports to the Manager of the Software and Electronics Engineering organization. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 30% - Provide engineering design and analysis support to project teams, system engineers, mechanical designers and chief engineers in making effective specifications and source control drawings for procured electronic cables and connectors. Ensure selected suppliers are qualified to develop electronic cables and connectors and can meet the specification and SOW requirements. Work with project team to ensure component can effectively integrate into Aerojet systems. 60% - Provide technical oversight of supplier activities to ensure that sound design, development, manufacturing, test, and quality practices are followed. Identify risk and define mitigation plans. Lead failure investigation, non-conformances, and MRB as required. Produce technical reports analyses and coordinate subject matter experts. Provide supplier advocacy and strong communication between Aerojet and supplier technical community. 10% - Perform a leadership role in assessing the capability and capacity of product area supply base to Aerojet’s strategic plans. Also supports proposal development, discretionary and strategic planning for supply-base mechanical component products. Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Candidate must have at least 5 years experience in electrical product design with at least 3 years of experience in the design and development of electronic cables and connectors. This position requires strong technical knowledge in electronic cable and connector technologies. Requires demonstrated experience in developing complex systems with integrated electronic component and cable assemblies. Candidates should have experience in cable design practice, cable assembly and manufacturing, cable assembly inspection and test, and connector manufacturing. Working level knowledge of electronic control systems and ECAD software is desirable. At times, significant travel could be required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2010-12-06 11:40:51United StatesAerojetCalifornia5985CASacramento, CA18531610http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/18531610/jobUSAGainesvilleProject Engineering Specialist Job ID: 6054 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Gainesville Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 20155 Posted Date: 3/29/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Engineering project team leader over the design and development of rocket motors and for the support of rocket motor products in production. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 25% - Prepares technical plans; implements technical activities, including requirements development, design and analysis tasks, special studies, experiments and tests 10% - Defines, prepares and evaluates program technical risk in relation to resources and capabilities to meet requirements based on input from functional engineering organizations 40% - Works as a leader in a team environment. Coordinates and evaluates project activities within engineering and interfaces with manufacturing, quality, test, procurement and program management personnel to accomplish objectives 10% - Balances the program technical scope with cost and schedule; performs cost account management 15% - Interfaces with customers; plans, prepares for, and leads technical meetings involving customers and project stakeholders Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering and nine years of related technical experience (see below) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree in Engineering preferred. Directly applicable engineering experience in solid rocket propulsion design, development and production support required. Training and certification in Six Sigma a plus. This position may involve future relocation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2010-11-18 10:16:35United StatesAerojetVirginia6054VAGainesville, VA18298722http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/18298722/jobUSASacramentoReliability & Safety Engineering Specialist Job ID: 6029 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): Without appreciable direction and exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and approaches to assignments, performs as an emerging authority in the Systems Safety and Reliability organization. Work with integrated product teams for rocket propulsion systems in a development/low rate production environment. 60% - Reliability Engineer with primary responsibility for performing Failure Modes and Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) on new rocket propulsion systems. Perform reliability predictions using a variety of methods: generic failure rate data basis, probabilistic methods, MIL-HDBK-217F. 20% - System Safety Engineer with primary responsibility to perform Hazard Analyses and Fault Tree Analysis on rocket propulsion systems. Perform Launch and Test Safety Analysis, and coordinate with range safety personnel for launch operations. Per MIL-STD-882, develop and document program system safety approach for program life cycle. Identify hazards, and perform and document hazard analysis per MIL-STD-882, assess mishap risk, identify mitigation measures or eliminate hazards through design selection. Develop procedures and training, review and track hazards, their closures, and residual mishap risk. (SSHA, FTA, SAR). 20% - Prepare Safety and Reliability Reports, both written and verbal. Support design reviews and integrated product team meetings. Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and courses in probability, statistics, basic reliability and nine (9) years of directly related technical experience in engineering disciplines (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced Degree desired. Completion of System Safety training course desired. Familiar with MIL-STD 1629A (FMECA) and MIL-STD-1543B (Product Reliability). Experience in using probability and statistics in the analysis of test data. Familiarity with human-rated and other rocket propulsion systems and military and NASA specifications desired. Experience with Reliability Engineering codes (e.g. Minitab, NESSUS, SAPHIRE, Relex) desired. Familiarity with Range Safety Requirements (EWR 127-1, AFSPCMAN 91-710)and System Safety and Hazard Analysis per MIL-STD-882 desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2010-11-11 05:51:32United StatesAerojetCalifornia6029CASacramento, CA18177478http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/18177478/jobUSASacramentoProject Engineer - Systems Job ID: 5945 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 2 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 3/12/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Under general supervision and following established policies, performs systems engineering assignments requiring a wide application of advanced principles, theories and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Assists chief engineer with team coordination and planning, interfacing with program management and customers. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 25% - Develops rocket propulsion systems hardware and software requirements. Responsible for derivation and allocation of requirements and requirements change management. Defines and coordinates requirements verification plans and manages compliance assessment and certification. 25% - Performs functional analysis and conducts system trade studies. Coordinates selection of optimized concept baselines through cost/benefit trades. Provides system fault tolerance, health monitoring, and/or control system algorithms. 25% - Defines rocket propulsion system architecture and objectives. 15% - Coordinates project risk assessments and continuous risk management and prepares and reports results on compliance plans. 10% - Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or appropriate discipline/science, with coursework in propulsion systems and systems engineering and minimum of two years' directly related industry technical experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. Experience with DOORS or equivalent requirements management software desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2010-10-06 01:19:24United StatesAerojetCalifornia5945CASacramento, CA17594051http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/17594051/jobUSASacramentoSystems Engineering Specialist Job ID: 5944 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 9 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/23/2012 Category: Engineering - System Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Without appreciable direction and exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and approaches to assignments, works in Aerojet's Sacramento plant as an emerging authority in the Systems Engineering organization. Performs systems engineering assignments requiring a wide application of advanced principles, theories and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Assists chief engineer with team coordination and planning, interfacing with program management and customers. Provide leadership and discipline direction to less experienced engineers on team. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 25% - Develops rocket propulsion systems hardware and software requirements. Responsible for derivation and allocation of requirements, and coordinating requirements change management with IPT members. Defines and coordinates requirements verification plans with integrated product team members, plans and manages compliance assessment and certification. 25% - Performs functional analysis and conducts system trade studies. Coordinates selection of optimized concept baselines through cost/benefit trades. Provides system fault tolerance, health monitoring, and/or control system algorithms. 25% - Defines rocket propulsion system architecture and objectives. 15% - Leads project risk assessment and management and prepares and reports results on compliance plans. 10% - Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication. Requirements: Bachelor degree in Systems Engineering or appropriate discipline/science and at least 9 years of directly related industry technical experience required(or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree desirable. Experience with DOORS or equivalent requirements management software preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2010-09-30 22:05:46United StatesAerojetCalifornia5944CASacramento, CA17518958http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/17518958/jobUSAGainesvilleSenior Tool Engineer Job ID: 5893 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Gainesville Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 20155 Posted Date: 5/15/2012 Category: Manufacturing - Tool Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Design Manufacturing tooling for the production of solid fuel rocket motors, air-breathing propulsion and warheads. Develop Jigs, fixtures, lifting devices, and semi-automated equipment to cast and assemble the final product. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 60% - Provides engineering design concepts in support of manufacturing process and tooling. Develops Siemens NX CAD Model concepts and detailed drawing. Is active in design concepting as well as assisting in the development of processes, working in a team environment. Responsible for design completeness through fabrication, including tool and process tryout. 20% - Directs design, fabrication, modifications and repair of special tools in support of manufacturing operations and processes of solid rocket motor, air-breathing, and warhead programs. 10% - Provides technical support to product engineering for producibility through manufacturing, test and field use. 10% - Assists in tool acceptance criteria for in-house fabrication or outside procurement of special tools. Requirements: Bachelors's degree with emphasis in mechanical design and five years of related technical experience as a Tool Engineer/Designer (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Siemens NX CAD modeling and drafting experience is required. Previous machine shop experience is desirable. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). This position may require relocation in the future.2010-09-21 22:26:49United StatesAerojetVirginia5893VAGainesville, VA17361218http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/17361218/jobUSASacramentoPrincipal Project Engineer Job ID: 5900 # Positions: 1 Location: US-CA-Sacramento Experience (Years): 14 Zip: 95813 Posted Date: 5/21/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: Chief Engineer for programs to develop pump fed liquid rocket engines. Develop technical logic plans that include requirements synthesis, design and analysis, risk identification and mitigation activities, hardware fabrication, and testing. Leader of special studies, technical proposals, failure investigations, and independant review teams. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50% - Lead Engineering teams working on development programs for pump fed liquid rocket engines. Direct and coordinate all engineering work; manage technical progress; and function as the primary technical liason with customer. Assure that delivered products meet Aerojet and contractual requirements for engineering design. Mentor less experienced engineers. 25% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues. 15% - Provide technical consultation to Program Management and Business Development organizations on business development activities such as writing technical papers or preparing and presenting technical briefings to customers. 10% - Serve as independent technical reviewer of other product areas within Aerojet. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: Attend IPT meetings. Provide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management. Create Design and Development Plans for assigned projects. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related major and at least 14 years of experience on liquid rocket engine projects, including engineering team lead experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Advanced degree preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2010-09-14 18:59:42United StatesAerojetCalifornia5900CASacramento, CA17238153http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/17238153/jobUSAGainesvilleSenior Project Engineer Job ID: 5370 # Positions: 1 Location: US-VA-Gainesville Experience (Years): 5 Zip: 20155 Posted Date: 3/21/2012 Category: Engineering - Project Engineering More information about this job: Overview: The project engineer has single-point accountability for meeting a project’s technical objectives and manages the technical team to ensure performance requirements are achieved, technical risks are identified, and mitigation plans are executed within schedule and budget constraints. Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): • 20% Provides imaginative, thorough, and practicable solutions to a wide range of technical problems involving the conventional utilization of engineering techniques. • 20% Conceives and plans projects involving the development of new methods to attain objectives. • 20% Provides direction in problem investigations and resolution across functional areas. • 20% Prepares technical requirements and design requirements in support of project goals. • 10% Keeps current within area of specialty in support of project assignments. • 5% May perform as the engineering cost account manager. • 5% May provide technical guidance to less senior project engineers and project support personnel. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and five or more years of related propulsion design/development experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The candidate must be a self-starter, be able to communicate well and have excellent interpersonal skills. Solid rocket motor development experience strongly preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).2009-10-20 22:14:05United StatesAerojetVirginia5370VAGainesville, VA12613937http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/12613937/job