Propulsion Systems R&D Engineer (Security Cleared)

AIAA; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plans with company-m

Commuter benefits

Job summary

You will contribute to program briefings, stakeholder engagements, and day-to-day DARPA program support, delivering technical and programmatic guidance to ensure successful outcomes. This is not a direct managerial role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on propulsion system development and integration experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or mathematics; MS/PhD preferred.
• Industry experience desirable.
• Attention to detail and ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical interface for a government program team of SMEs and industry contractors.
• Review contractor work, provide recommendations to the Government Program Manager, and support program success.
• Develop and support propulsion system test plans to meet system-level specs.
• Formulate and advise on program acquisition strategy.
• Coordinate government technical teams to oversee program execution.

Skills

Propulsion system development

Systems integration

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science/mathematics

Advanced degree preferred (MS/PhD)

Tools

Microsoft Office: Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Job description

You will contribute to program briefings, stakeholder engagements, and day-to-day DARPA program support, delivering technical and programmatic guidance to ensure successful outcomes. This is not a direct managerial role.