Missile Propulsion Engineer

TacitEdge Ltd.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in rocket propulsion systems and weapons development.
• Active TS/SCI clearance desired; holders of previous clearances may qualify.
• B.A., B.S. or higher in Engineering/Science/Math; M.S. or Ph.D. preferred.
• Industry experience is a plus; detail-oriented and well organized.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise for rocket propulsion system designs and integration.
• Develop propulsion test plans to mature designs against specs.
• Formulate program acquisition strategy and advise Government PM.
• Translate technical intent into actionable program guidance.
• Coordinate and support Government technical teams during execution.
• Provide critical reviews of work under Government contracts.
• Monitor and report program status and contract performance.
• Develop documentation for Government contracting offices.
• Communicate with organizations executing Government contracts.
• Assist in program plans and review documentation.
• Support outreach to other Government organizations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Task prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science/Math

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

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