Rocket Propulsion Engineer

advancedtechnologyandresearchcorporation; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Educational assistance

5 weeks of paid leave per year

Job summary

Advanced Technology & Research Corporation (ATR) is seeking a Rocket Propulsion Engineer to join the Engineering Services Division in Indian Head, MD. The role focuses on rocket motor and energetic component production engineering and fleet support for US Navy programs.

Qualified candidates will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years of engineering experience, and familiarity with propulsion concepts; DoD experience is a plus. On-site work with a strong benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical engineering.
• 3+ years engineering experience.
• Experience with design, analysis, propulsion fundamentals is preferred.
• DoD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Join ATR's Engineering Services Division as a mid-level Engineer at NSWC Indian Head, MD.
• Support rocket motor and energetic components in-service and production engineering.
• Assist with fleet failure investigations, testing, analysis, and data documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Verbal/written communications

Attention to detail

Project management

Multi-tasking

Travel readiness

Clearance eligibility

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

CAD (Creo/SolidWorks)

MS Project

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Rocket Propulsion Engineer

Location: Indian Head, MD • Department: Engineering Services

Type: Full-Time • Min. Experience: Mid-Level • Salary Range: $100,000 to $115,000 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 a mid‑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 Mechanical engineering
• 3+ 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
• Strong MS Office skills to include MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project
• Experience with MATLAB (or similar) and CAD (Creo or SolidWorks) preferred
• Hands‑on experience with testing ordnance and explosives preferred
• Experience with working in teams and individually
• Experience with tracking and managing projects
• Experience handling multiple assignments and working in a dynamic environment
• 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.