Sr. Staff Engineer (Energetics Research Group)

Johns Hopkins University • Baltimore, MD

21d • $53 - $93 • Remote

About The Position

The Energetics Research Group (ERG), a center operated by the Whiting School of Engineering, is seeking a Sr. Staff Engineer. ERG is a nationally recognized research center in rocket propulsion and energetics, and conducts independent data discovery, technical analysis and studies as a trusted agent of the NASA and the DoD. This position supports a broad base of ERG programs, currently sponsored by the Joint Army-Navy-NASA-Air Force Interagency Propulsion Committee (JANNAF), the Joint Energetics Transition Office (JETO), and includes the development of new mission areas and sponsors within the field of propulsion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Eight years' experience, or Master's Degree with six years' experience, or PhD with five years' experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree or Higher in Engineering, Science, Math or related area of study
• PhD or relevant certifications may be substituted for some experience.
• Superior communication skills required, with ability to develop papers, presentation and reports, and represent the organization to the highest levels of US government sponsors and stakeholders.
• Knowledge and training in multi-agency teaming and coordination, strategic business development and project direction preferred.
• A work experience portfolio that spans both a DoD environment (service, civilian, contractor) and a NASA environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal and external research, analysis and studies in chemical propulsion technology and related fields for rocket, space and missile systems.
• Provide trusted agent subject matter expertise in a wide range of rocket propulsion subject areas.
• Support ERG management in the development of new strategic and tactical research goals and projects.
• Directly engage existing stakeholders and prospective sponsors for outreach and business development.
• Plan, develop, and lead ERG research initiatives.
• Support the JANNAF Technical Subcommittees, Steering Groups and Working Groups in collaborative technical activities.
• Represent ERG at government and industry meetings, conferences, symposia and other relevant exercises.
• Coordinate and interact with internal technical and operational team members, as well as US Government sponsors from multiple agencies.
• Areas of related and relevant expertise include (but are not limited to): liquid rocket engine design and testing, rocket propulsion industrial base assessment; test facility design and integration; launch vehicle design, analysis and integration; propulsion system design review and failure review board support.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior