Sr Associate, Ballistics Engineer

L3Harris Technologies

  • Huntsville, AL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.Job Title: Senior Associate, Ballistics EngineerJob Code: 28134Job Location: Huntsville, AlabamaJob Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday offJob Description:Aerojet Rocketdyne is seeking a Senior Associate Ballistics Engineer, to support our Huntsville, AL (Headquarters) operations.This position is responsible for contributing to the Missile Solutions Engineering Ballistics group within the Design and Analysis group. This group focuses on the design, analysis and integration of solid propellant-based propulsion systems with specific responsibility for Internal Ballistics and Solid Propulsion Performance. Programs supported include both military and commercial applications. This is a fast-paced environment that requires knowledge of the entire value stream from proposals to product implementation.Essential Functions:55% - Perform Ballistic Modeling Activities:
  • Perform trades for grain design that meet performance requirements.
  • Conduct grain design, performance analysis, pretest predictions with established methodologies for motor test firings.
  • Conduct post firing data correlations and/or burning rate analysis with established methodologies.
  • Analyze ballistic and propellant data for model updates.
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations documenting all activities.
35% - Continuous Improvement Activities:
  • Update current or proposed ballistic models/methodologies to improve technical fidelity and/or design cycle time.
10% - Design and Manufacturing Support:
  • Prepare inputs for engineering drawings and specifications relating to solid rocket propellant grains.
  • Coordinate design requirements of these grains with manufacturing personnel.
  • Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.
  • Travel: 10%.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or other related discipline is preferred.
  • Advanced degree preferred but not required.
  • Experience with design and analysis of solid propulsion systems desired.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills within and outside own team which may include customers and suppliers.
  • Knowledge of DoD Security Regulation is required. EAR/ITAR experience desired.
#LI-HW1L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in or . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for or .

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