Ordnance and Initiation Systems Engineering Specialist

Torrey Holistics; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Torrey Holistics seeks an Ordnance and Initiation Systems Engineering Specialist in Metro Detroit, onsite. You will own cradle-to-qualification for energetic components such as gas generators, initiators and igniters for a propulsion manufacturer, delivering high‑consequence hardware.

You will define requirements, write specifications, establish verification strategies, design and analyze energetic components, and plan tests from concept through qualification, with data reduction and stakeholder

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience developing and qualifying energetic components.
• Applied understanding of requirements verification and validation (V&V).
• Exposure to ammunition and explosive certification processes.
• Rigorous analytical mindset, strong organization, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive cradle-to-qualification for energetic components from concept through qualification.
• Define requirements, write specifications, and establish verification strategies.
• Design and analyze energetic components and propellants; collaborate with manufacturing to support scalable production.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate development and qualification tests; perform data reduction and analysis.
• Produce and deliver test plans, reports, and documentation packages for stakeholders and reviews.
• Interpret government regulations, requirements, procedures, and safety standards for energetic devices.

Skills

Project management

V&V experience

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Chemistry/Mechanical/Aerospace/Chemical Eng

Job description

Ordnance and Initiation Systems Engineering Specialist

Where: Metro Detroit, MI (Onsite)

Pay: $120,000–$150,000 base + annual bonus + signing bonus

Relocation: Assistance available

Challenge

Own the energetic hardware that lights off aerospace propulsion.

Lead the cradle-to-qualification journey for pyrotechnic components—gas generators, initiators, and igniters—at a privately held propulsion manufacturer known for stability and long engineering tenures.

You will

Drive full life-cycle ownership: define requirements, write specifications, and establish verification strategies from concept through qualification.

Design and analyze energetic components and propellants; collaborate with manufacturing to support scalable production.

Plan, execute, and evaluate development and qualification tests; perform data reduction and analysis.

Produce and deliver test plans, reports, and documentation packages for stakeholders and reviews.

Interpret government regulations, requirements, procedures, and safety standards for energetic devices.

What it takes

• 10+ years of experience developing and qualifying energetic components.
• BS+ in Chemistry, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering; candidates with Project Management backgrounds considered.
• Applied understanding of requirements verification and validation (V&V).
• Exposure to ammunition and explosive certification processes.
• Rigorous analytical mindset, strong organization, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.

Why you’ll thrive here

Focus on impactful engineering without defense-prime layoff cycles.

You’ll own high-consequence hardware, see designs through qualification, and be rewarded with competitive compensation, a signing bonus, and paid relocation.

Domain strengths & tools

Domain: energetic, Explosives, Ordnance, Propellant, Pyrotechnics, Warhead

Machines & technologies: aerospace

Compliance

U.S. citizenship (required); ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance if needed — selected candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Our client is a drug‑free workplace; new hires are subject to pre‑employment drug testing.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer — all qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.