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Missile Propulsion Engineer #ESF9964

Job Description - Missile Propulsion Engineer #ESF9964





























Top Reasons to work with our client:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance!

  • Company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term protection!

  • 401(k) retirement plans with automatic 1:1 company matching contributions up to 5% of salary!

  • Commuter benefits!

  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays!

Job Type : Full Time
Location : Arlington, Virginia
Pay : Competitive Pay & Benefits!
Job Description
Job Summary


The Missile Propulsion Engineer will be responsible for providing technical expertise in missile development, specifically for rocket propulsion design, development, and test. This individual will serve as the primary technical interface between government program team subject matter experts and Industry contractor teams for missile propulsion. This individual will also be a part of the broader program execution team and will be responsible for generating program briefings, supporting stakeholder engagements, and providing day-to-day support to DARPA Program Managers.


 


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expertise and insight for rocket propulsion system designs and integration into overall missile designs, missile propulsion performance, and verification, validation, and testing of the propulsion system

  • Develop and execute propulsion system test plans to mature design to ensure missile meets performance specifications

  • Formulate program acquisition strategy and make recommendations to the Government Program Manager

  • Facilitate turning technical intent into actionable program guidance, for both internal and external audiences

  • Coordinate assembling, leading, and supporting Government technical teams to oversee program execution

  • Provide critical reviews of work produced under Government contracts

  • Monitor and report program status and contract performance

  • Develop documentation for Government contracting offices

  • Communicate with the organizations executing Government contracts

  • Assist in the preparation of program plans and review documentation

  • Support the Government Program Manager’s outreach efforts to other Government organizations

  • Communicate with Government contracting offices across a variety of Federal agencies and departments


 


Required Qualifications

  • Security Clearance: This role requires a security clearance. Active TS/SCI clearance is desired, but candidates who have previously held Secret or Top Secret clearances may be eligible.

  • Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of experience in rocket propulsion systems and weapons development

  • B.A., B.S., or higher degree from an accredited institution in relevant Engineering, Science, or Mathematics disciplines. M.S. or Ph.D. preferred.

  • Prior experience in Industry desirable

  • Attention to detail

  • Ability to prioritize tasks, stay well-organized, and deliver in a timely way despite a fast-paced environment

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

  • Travel: Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time

Our client asked me to submit 3 great people within the next few days. We work directly with the hiring manager and can arrange interviews within a few days
Alexander Ahmed



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