Jr. Rocket Propulsion Engineer

Advanced Technology & Research Corporation; Maryland; On-site; USD 86,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Jr. Rocket Propulsion Engineer for their Indian Head, MD location. This entry-level position involves supporting military programs for the US Navy, focusing on rocket propulsion and energetic components. Candidates should have a BS degree in a relevant field and strong analytical skills. An attractive benefits package is offered, including medical insurance and paid leave.

Benefits

Medical/Dental insurances

401(k) plan

Educational assistance program

5 weeks of paid leave per year

Qualifications

• 1+ years of engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with rocket motor propulsion fundamentals is a plus.
• Job experience with DoD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support rocket motor and energetic component engineering.
• Conduct fleet failure investigations and explosive tests.
• Work on-site with engineers at the Naval Surface Warfare Center.

Skills

Analytical skills

MS Office skills

Experience with MATLAB

Hands-on experience with testing ordnance

Teamwork

Project management

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

BS degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical, Systems Engineering or similar

Tools

MATLAB

CAD (Creo or SolidWorks)

Job description

Jr. Rocket Propulsion Engineer
Location:Indian Head, MD Department:Engineering Services Type:Full-TimeMin. Experience:Entry-Level Salary Range: $86,000 to $101,000 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 an entry 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 Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical, Systems Engineering or similar
• 1+ 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.