[{"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7254\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/7/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nWithout 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n80% - 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.\n\n20% - 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.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor's degree in an appropriate science and nine (9) years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).\nExperience with hardware fabrication and assembly processes.\nExperience with leading a program and acting as IPT Lead.\nExperience preparing and presenting program reviews, both internally and externally.\nTechnical knowledge of solid rocket motor processing and assembly is preferred.\nProficient computer skills in Interleaf 5 or 6 or Quicksilver, and Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, etc.\nSelf-starter who requires minimal supervision.\nRequires 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.\nMust be able to conduct process reviews and present manufacturing material at program reviews with internal and external customers.\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).", "date_new": "2012-05-07 19:39:12", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28484196/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "7254", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 28484196}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7255\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/7/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nWithout 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n80% - 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.\n\n20% - 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.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor's degree in an appropriate science and nine (9)years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).\nExperience with hardware fabrication and assembly processes.\nExperience with leading a program and acting as IPT Lead. Experience preparing and presenting program reviews, both internally and externally.\nTechnical 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.\nRequires 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.\nMust be able to conduct process reviews and present manufacturing material at program reviews with internal and external customers.\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).", "date_new": "2012-05-07 19:38:43", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28484192/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "7255", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 28484192}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento (Rancho Cordova)", "description": "Engineering Specialist - Thermal\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7257\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova)\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95670\nPosted Date: 5/4/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Thermal \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nAerojet, 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n70% 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\n\n20% - 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.\n\n10% - Produce thermal analysis reports and make presentation of analysis results to both internal and external customers. Provide technical guidance to junior thermal analysts.\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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.\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).", "date_new": "2012-05-04 18:43:41", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28437270/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist - Thermal", "reqid": "7257", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA", "uid": 28437270}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7260\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 4/30/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nWithout 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n80% - 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.\n\n20% - 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.\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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).", "date_new": "2012-04-30 20:10:49", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/28276045/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "7260", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 28276045}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento (Rancho Cordova)", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist - Controllable Solid\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7159\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova)\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95670\nPosted Date: 5/23/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nControllable/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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n50% - 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.\n\n30% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues.\n\n10% - 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.\n\n10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs.\n\nSECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:\nAttend IPT meetings.\nProvide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management.\nCreate Design and Development plans for assigned projects.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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.\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).", "date_new": "2012-03-26 22:36:55", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27402940/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist - Controllable Solid", "reqid": "7159", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA", "uid": 27402940}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento (Rancho Cordova)", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist - Avionics/Electronics\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7173\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento (Rancho Cordova)\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95670\nPosted Date: 3/26/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nAvionics/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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n50% -. 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.\n\n30% - 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.\n\n10% - 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.\n\n10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs.\n\nSECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:\nAttend IPT meetings.\nProvide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management.\nCreate Design and Development plans for assigned projects.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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.\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).", "date_new": "2012-03-26 22:36:37", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27402923/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist - Avionics/Electronics", "reqid": "7173", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA", "uid": 27402923}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7146\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 3/19/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Mechanical Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nPosition 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n70% - 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.\n\n20% - 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.\n\n10% - Assign work to and provide technical direction to drafters, level 2 and 3 designers and design support personnel as required.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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).", "date_new": "2012-03-19 19:40:08", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/27242957/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "7146", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 27242957}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Huntsville", "description": "Engineering Specialist - Spacecraft Vehicle Design\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7132\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-AL-Huntsville\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: ..\nPosted Date: 3/6/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - System Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nPerform 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n75% - 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.\n\n25% - 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.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor\u2019s 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).", "date_new": "2012-03-06 21:26:00", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26963264/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist - Spacecraft Vehicle Design", "reqid": "7132", "state": "Alabama", "state_short": "AL", "location": "Huntsville, AL", "uid": 26963264}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Huntsville", "description": "Engineering Specialist - Systems Analysis\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7137\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-AL-Huntsville\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: ..\nPosted Date: 3/6/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - System Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nPerforms 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n60% - 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.\n\n20% - Document work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large diverse audiences that include customer and industry technical experts.\n\n20% - 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.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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).", "date_new": "2012-03-06 21:25:55", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26963262/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist - Systems Analysis", "reqid": "7137", "state": "Alabama", "state_short": "AL", "location": "Huntsville, AL", "uid": 26963262}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Huntsville", "description": "Engineering Specialist - System Design & Analysis\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7121\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-AL-Huntsville\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: ..\nPosted Date: 3/1/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - System Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nUnder 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.\n\n\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n60% - 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.\n\n20% - Document work in reports and presentations, and presents results to large diverse audiences that include customer and industry technical experts.\n\n20% - 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.\n\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor\u2019s 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).", "date_new": "2012-03-01 21:20:50", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26869937/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist - System Design & Analysis", "reqid": "7121", "state": "Alabama", "state_short": "AL", "location": "Huntsville, AL", "uid": 26869937}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7026\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 2/21/2012\n\nCategory: .. \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nWithout 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n(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.\n\n(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.\n\n(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.\n\n(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.\nRequirements:\nBachelor\u2019s 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.\n\nWorkplace 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.\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).", "date_new": "2012-02-21 20:47:39", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/26655126/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "7026", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 26655126}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7039\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 1/19/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nChief 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n50% - 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.\n\n30% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues.\n\n10% - 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.\n\n10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs.\n\nSECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:\nAttend IPT meetings.\nProvide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management.\nCreate Design and Development plans for assigned projects.\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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).", "date_new": "2012-01-19 21:28:01", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25993633/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "7039", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 25993633}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7038\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/23/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nChief 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n50% - 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.\n\n30% - Monitor technical progress and interface with Program Manager, Aerojet customers, and other Aerojet functional organizations to understand and develop resolution to program technical issues.\n\n10% - 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.\n\n10% - Technical Lead on proposals to government customers or prime contractors for propulsion development or technology programs.\n\nSECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:\nAttend IPT meetings.\nProvide written and verbal status reports to Aerojet Management.\nCreate Design and Development plans for assigned projects.\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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).", "date_new": "2012-01-19 21:27:58", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25993631/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "7038", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 25993631}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist - Mission Assurance\n\n\n\nJob ID: 7018\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 1/13/2012\n\nCategory: Other - Other \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nThe 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n40% - 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.\n\n20% - 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\n\n10% - Support and approve Flight Readiness/President\u2019s Reviews. Participate as an independent reviewer or voting member in internal/customer Design Reviews and Critical Reviews (Facility, Experiment, and Program).\n\n10% - 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.\n\n10% - 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.\nSecondary Job Functions:\n5% - 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).\n\n5% - Establish and maintain Mission Assurance metrics for monthly review.\n\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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\u201d), 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).", "date_new": "2012-01-13 20:14:13", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25889475/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist - Mission Assurance", "reqid": "7018", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 25889475}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist - Combustion\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6876\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/1/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Other \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nThis 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\u2019s 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n60% - 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.\n\n30% - 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\n\n10% - Produce analysis reports and test reports, and present analysis results to both internal and external customers.\nRequirements:\nBS 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).", "date_new": "2011-12-22 22:59:00", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/25529596/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist - Combustion", "reqid": "6876", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 25529596}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist-Structural\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6816\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/23/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Structural \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nAerojet, 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n70% - 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.\n\n20% - 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.\n\n10% - Produce analysis reports and test reports, and present analysis results to both internal and external customers.\n\nRequirements:\nBS 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).", "date_new": "2011-10-18 18:30:23", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/24283125/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist-Structural", "reqid": "6816", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 24283125}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Huntsville", "description": "Engineering Specialist - Mission Architecture and Preliminary Design\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6687\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-AL-Huntsville\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: ..\nPosted Date: 3/12/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - System Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nUnder 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n75% - 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.\n\n25% - 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.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor\u2019s 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).", "date_new": "2011-09-07 20:06:49", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/23469167/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist - Mission Architecture and Preliminary Design", "reqid": "6687", "state": "Alabama", "state_short": "AL", "location": "Huntsville, AL", "uid": 23469167}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6467\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 9/1/2011\n\nCategory: .. \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nWithout 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.\n\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n(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.\n\n(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.\n\n(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.\n\n(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.\nRequirements:\nBachelor\u2019s 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.\n\nWorkplace 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\nrequired to utilize a variety of personal protective equipment.\n\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).", "date_new": "2011-06-01 21:30:00", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/21575384/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "6467", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 21575384}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Redmond", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist - Propulsion\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6479\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-WA-Redmond\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 98073-9709\nPosted Date: 5/31/2011\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nAerojet, 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.\n\nThe 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n45% - 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.\n\n15% - 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.\n\n15% - 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.\n\n15% - Support proposal activities and manage internal research and development efforts (as assigned).\n\n10% - 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.\n\nRequirements:\nRequires 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\u2019s customers and suppliers, as needed. Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person.", "date_new": "2011-05-31 18:46:07", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/21543112/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist - Propulsion", "reqid": "6479", "state": "Washington", "state_short": "WA", "location": "Redmond, WA", "uid": 21543112}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist \u2013 Test Software Lead\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6347\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/23/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Software/Electronics Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nProvides professional engineering leadership for Aerojet\u2019s 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n70% - 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.\n\n10% - 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.\n\n10% - 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.\n\n10% - 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.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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).", "date_new": "2011-03-28 21:53:36", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/20362374/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist  \u2013 Test Software Lead", "reqid": "6347", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 20362374}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6116\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 4/9/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Materials \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nMaterials Engineer with both metallics and non-metallics experience to support new product development as well as ongoing production programs.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n60%- 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.\n\n30% - 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.\n10%- Conduct failure investigations for root causes.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor 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).", "date_new": "2011-01-20 21:28:45", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/19226411/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "6116", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 19226411}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Gainesville", "description": "Project Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6054\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-VA-Gainesville\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 20155\nPosted Date: 3/29/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - Project Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nEngineering project team leader over the design and development of rocket motors and for the support of rocket motor products in production.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n25% - Prepares technical plans; implements technical activities, including requirements development, design and analysis tasks, special studies, experiments and tests\n\n10% - Defines, prepares and evaluates program technical risk in relation to resources and capabilities to meet requirements based on input from functional engineering organizations\n\n40% - 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\n\n10% - Balances the program technical scope with cost and schedule; performs cost account management\n\n15% - Interfaces with customers; plans, prepares for, and leads technical meetings involving customers and project stakeholders\nRequirements:\nBachelor'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.\nDirectly 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).", "date_new": "2010-11-18 10:16:35", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/18298722/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Project Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "6054", "state": "Virginia", "state_short": "VA", "location": "Gainesville, VA", "uid": 18298722}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Reliability & Safety Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 6029\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/23/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - System Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\nWithout 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.\n\n60% - 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.\n\n20% - 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.\nIdentify 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).\n\n20% - Prepare Safety and Reliability Reports, both written and verbal. Support design reviews and integrated product team meetings.\nRequirements:\nBachelor 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).", "date_new": "2010-11-11 05:51:32", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/18177478/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Reliability & Safety Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "6029", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 18177478}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sacramento", "description": "Systems Engineering Specialist\n\n\n\nJob ID: 5944\n# Positions: 1\n\nLocation: US-CA-Sacramento\nExperience (Years): 9\n\nZip: 95813\nPosted Date: 5/23/2012\n\nCategory: Engineering - System Engineering \nMore information about this job:\nOverview:\nWithout 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.\nEssential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):\n25% - 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.\n\n25% - 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.\n\n25% - Defines rocket propulsion system architecture and objectives.\n\n15% - Leads project risk assessment and management and prepares and reports results on compliance plans.\n\n10% - Communicates results in oral presentations and written communication.\nRequirements:\nBachelor 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).", "date_new": "2010-09-30 22:05:46", "url": "http://jobs.aerojet.com/xml/17518958/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Aerojet", "title": "Systems Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "5944", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sacramento, CA", "uid": 17518958}]