Explosives Systems Engineer - Launch & Spacecraft

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care and wellness

Paid holidays, sick time, vacation

401(k) plan with matching

Flexible spending accounts

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development

Education assistance

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Explosives Systems and Devices Engineer (Sr. MT) to join the Mechanical Systems Department in El Segundo, CA.

You will evaluate explosive devices, separation and deployment systems, and support launch vehicle and spacecraft programs with technical analyses and documentation. You will contribute to tool development, collaborate with program offices and customers, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• PhD degree from an accredited college/university (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
• 0-1 year of industry experience.
• Experience in explosive devices, separation and deployment systems, or related aerospace systems.
• Experience with design, integration and testing of explosive/pyrotechnic devices for launch vehicles, spacecraft, and missiles.
• Willing to travel ~10% as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Work with program offices and government customers to resolve technical issues and ensure project success.
• Evaluate separation and deployment systems and explosive devices for aerospace programs.
• Prepare written reports and briefings for customers and stakeholders.
• Travel to contractor sites for design reviews and firsthand testing where needed.
• Contribute to development/refinement of analysis tools and techniques.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in mechanical engineering / aerospace / physical science

Tools

CTH

LS-DYNA

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Explosives Systems and Devices Engineer (Sr. MT) to join the Mechanical Systems Department in El Segundo, CA.

You will evaluate explosive devices, separation and deployment systems, and support launch vehicle and spacecraft programs with technical analyses and documentation. You will contribute to tool development, collaborate with program offices and customers, and travel as needed.