Senior Ballistics Engineer - Propulsion Systems Lead

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris seeks a Senior Specialist, Ballistics Engineering in Huntsville, AL or Orange, VA. Lead propulsion systems ballistics projects from design to implementation within the Design and Analysis group. This fast-paced role requires strong data analysis, modeling, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s (or graduate) in aerospace engineering and 2+ years in ballistics or solid propellant work; US security clearance is preferred. Travel ~10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum years of aerospace design/analysis experience; graduate degree with 4+ years; or 10 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• 2 years ballistics or solid propellant experience required.
• Experience with propulsion systems design and analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead ballistic modeling activities and grain design trade studies.
• Analyze ballistic data, perform performance analyses, and prepare technical reports.
• Mentor and train engineers within the Ballistics group; support external meetings.

Skills

Ballistics experience

Propulsion design

Aerospace analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Graduate Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

L3Harris seeks a Senior Specialist, Ballistics Engineering in Huntsville, AL or Orange, VA. Lead propulsion systems ballistics projects from design to implementation within the Design and Analysis group. This fast-paced role requires strong data analysis, modeling, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s (or graduate) in aerospace engineering and 2+ years in ballistics or solid propellant work; US security clearance is preferred. Travel ~10% may be required.