Aerojet Rocketdyne has a need for an Engineer to join our Product and Component Engineering department in Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area).
You will join a team working on the development, fabrication and test of propulsion system valve and actuator hardware. The Engineer provides technical oversight and project leadership for development and procurement of in-house and supplier-based valve products. Valve products include a broad range of liquid propellant (cryogenic, gaseous, and storable propellants) rocket propulsion fluid control components and may include actuators and electronic controls. Position reports to the Valve & Actuator Project Component Engineering Manager and is assigned to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
Essential Functions:
Under general direction, the Engineer determines approaches to objectives demonstrating understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, and practices.
Development and fabrication support of rocket engine valve and actuator components. Translates engineering and scientific concepts from preliminary ideas through product life cycle.
Supplier integration with external vendors ensuing requirements are achieved on time and within budget.
Interfaces with other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to provide coordination of technical, schedule and cost solutions to team objectives.
Analyzes and verifies valve & actuator design and performance for adequacy and reliability. Supports investigation and resolution of hardware and process anomalies and issues identified by preventative action/corrective action boards or safety initiative activities.
Develops trade studies, design concepts, systems integration and component-level test plans.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field plus two (2) years of experience in design and project management of mechanical and fluid handling systems and components required.
Additional Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:
Requires general engineering/science background.
Understanding and use of analytical, design or process procedures pertinent to Rocket engine valve and actuator advanced development.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, develop planning and procedures for assembly and test.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; effective presentation and report writing skills.
Project skills in developing MS Project scheduling and Earned Value Measurement Systems is a plus. May require the use of engineering test equipment, CAD, and/or various computer systems.
Ability to operate effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated leadership skills are required.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $76,000 - $141,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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