Ballistics Engineer II

Element U.S. Space & Defense • Camden, AR

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ballistics Engineer II will design and oversee Ballistics tests and capture the resulting data. This role requires the application of engineering principles in the design, development, and testing of explosive devices. The individual must comply with safety, regulatory, and quality policies at all times.

Ballistics: Testing of energetic and inert projectiles, typically bullets, missiles and bombs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physics is required.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience in ballistics development and testing.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in relevant aspects of perforating gun assembly, operating procedures, and explosive safety.
• Experience in working in a project team environment.
• This role is required to be on-site in a lab.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Weapons Engineering is desired.
• 5+ years of related experience in ballistics development and testing.
• Experience with testing Defense or Aerospace components or products, specifically in the areas of fluids, dynamics, and/or energetics preferred.
• Experience in marketing and sales is a plus.
• Prior military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Test Design - Review project proposals/plans and develop technical test objectives. Use Engineering principles to design test procedures and specifications based on Customer SOWs and Test Standards.
• Lead research, development, and implementation of new testing capabilities.
• Assist with technical reviews of customer SOW’s.
• Support Sales and Business Development with capture and pursuit of new opportunities.
• Work with Project Managers and customers on test plans, deviations to testing, troubleshooting and developing efficient testing processes.
• Provide support to the development, management, and planning for current and future ballistic testing capabilities and opportunities.
• Provide recommendations for testing improvements for safety and efficiency.
• Perform Testing - Provide SME support to Technicians as tests are conducted. Ensure that all necessary data is captured. May also run tests themselves.
• Data Processing - After test completion, review and interpret test data. Communicate findings to Program Manager and/or client.
• Follow all federal, state, local, and company rules and/or regulations for transportation, storage, handling, and use of any hazardous material.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Seven (7) paid holidays and four (4) paid floating holidays, depending on your hire date
• Paid Time Off (PTO), accrued biweekly
• 401k with employer match
• Twelve (12) hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO) each year
• Tuition reimbursement and other employee programs
• Flexible schedules offered at some of our labs
• Monthly Lab Bonus plans (Based on position)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level