Rocket Propulsion Engineer

Advanced Technology and Research Corporation

Indian Head, MDFull-time$105–120K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$105–120K/yr

Location

Indian Head, MD

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Advanced Technology and Research Corporation is hiring a Rocket Propulsion Engineer. Advanced Technology & Research Corporation seeks a mid‑level Rocket Propulsion Engineer to join its Engineering Services Division at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, MD. The role involves on‑site support for rocket motor and energetic component in‑service and production engineering, including failure investigations, testing, and configuration management of technical data.

Key focus areas include Provide on‑site support for rocket motor and energetic component in‑service and production engineering., Conduct fleet failure investigations and explosive test and analysis., and Perform configuration management of technical data..

Successful candidates bring BS Degree In Mechanical Engineering, 3+ Years Of Engineering Experience, and US Citizen. Important skills include Analytical Skills, MS Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Project, and Working In Teams. Preferred (not required): Design, Rocket Motor Propulsion Fundamentals, MATLAB, and CAD.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Analytical SkillsMS OfficeMicrosoft WordExcelMS ProjectWorking in TeamsWorking IndividuallyTracking ProjectsManaging ProjectsHandling Multiple AssignmentsWorking in Dynamic EnvironmentVerbal CommunicationsWritten CommunicationsAttention to DetailAnalysis Report WritingWeekly Report WritingDesignRocket Motor Propulsion FundamentalsMATLABCADCreoSolidWorksTesting Ordnance and ExplosivesVerbal/Written Communication SkillsProject Tracking and ManagementMechanical Drawings InterpretationSchematic and Diagram Analysis

Qualifications

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering3+ Years Engineering ExperienceUS CitizenshipAbility to Obtain DOD Security ClearanceCurrent Successful Background Investigation CompletionTravel Required

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Rocket Propulsion Engineer

Location: Indian Head, MD Department: Engineering Services

Type: Full-Time Min. Experience: Mid-Level Salary Range: $105,000 to $120,000 USD per year

Advanced Technology & Research Corporation (www.atrcorp.com) is seeking to fill the following full-time permanent position. Based in Maryland and incorporated in 1973, ATR is an equal-opportunity engineering company with a solid reputation in various engineering disciplines for the government and Fortune 500 commercial customers.

Salary for the position is competitive according to qualifications. ATR offers an attractive comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Dental insurances, free basic life/ADD, and long-term and short-term disability insurances, 401(k) plan, educational assistance program, and 5 weeks of paid leave per year for minimum seniority.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Qualified persons should apply at:

https://advancedtechnologyandresearchcorporation.applytojob.com/apply

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful applicant will join ATR's Engineering Services Division, working as a n mid level Engineer at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division, Indian Head, MD. You will have an opportunity to work on world-class military programs that support the US Navy's Warfare technology as part of the Surface Systems Branch. The applicant shall work on - site with other engineers and provide support for rocket motor and energetic component In-Service and production engineering. Including fleet failure investigations, energetic components and explosive test and analysis, failure investigations, and configuration management of technical data.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

BS degree in Mechanical engineering
3+ years of engineering experience
Experience with design, analysis, fundamentals of rocket motor propulsion is preferred
Job experience with DoD is a plus

SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:

Analytical skills with respect to mechanical drawings, schematics, and diagrams
Possess strong MS Office skills to include, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project
Experience with MATLAB (or similar) and CAD (Creo or SolidWorks) is preferred
Hands-on experience with testing ordnance and explosives is preferred
Experience with working in teams and individually
Experience with tracking and managing projects
Experience handling multiple assignments and work in a dynamic environment
Possess excellent verbal/written communications skills and attention to detail
Experience with analysis report writing and weekly report writing
Some travel required

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance or favorable adjudication of a national security background investigation. Current successful background investigation completion is a plus.

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