Specialist, Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies•Culpeper, VA

9d•$80,500 - $149,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Development, Verification & Test (SDV&T) Engineering Department VAO is seeking an experienced engineer to support programs at the Orange, Virginia site. The department supports development and qualification testing of solid rocket motors (SRMs), motor components such as igniters and cases, and controllable solids Divert and Attitude Control Systems (DACS). The Specialist Engineer works with other engineers on component and motor development and verification test planning and execution, ground test facility integration, and requirement verification reporting. The role supports program testing from planning and estimating through testing and reporting, working with engineering stakeholders in a team environment. The Specialist Engineer may lead technical tasks under senior staff guidance and may provide limited guidance to less experienced team members. The position reports to the Manager of SDV&T Engineering, located in Huntsville, Alabama.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline, and at least 4 years of prior related engineering experience; or a graduate degree and at least 2 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of prior related experience.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Self-motivation, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills to work effectively in virtual and in-person team environments.
Demonstrated leadership competency and strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Educational background or relevant work experience in rocket propulsion, heat transfer, aerospace structures, and dynamic systems and controls.
Knowledge and experience with solid rocket motor components and systems, data analysis, systems integration, and testing.
Experience supporting integrated teams in a development and test environment.
Knowledge of and familiarity with test instrumentation, equipment, and data acquisition.
Experience supporting test planning and development of ground test activities.
Graduate degree in a relevant technical discipline.

Responsibilities

Perform test planning by capturing test objectives and creating detailed test planning documents; develop and control ground test activities.
Integrate, develop, and control special test equipment and test instrumentation; integrate, analyze, and control test data and create and deliver final test reports.
Lead and control Test Readiness Reviews and ensure test articles and facilities meet safety and test requirements.
Develop test facility requirements and provide direction and oversight for test component and motor integration and teardown activities, as well as test article inspection plans and processes.
Interact with customers and provide technical support as needed.
Provide significant on-site support for test operations.
Coordinate projects or processes with general supervision.