Propulsion Energetics Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Support solid rocket motor propellant development, formulation, characterization, and processing activities
• Aid in the development and transition of automated propellant casting processes and related manufacturing technologies
• Support small-scale static fire testing including test planning, execution, instrumentation, and post-test data reduction
• Contribute to propellant safety documentation, hazard analysis, and energetics handling procedures
• Contribute to propellant grain design, ballistic analysis, and motor performance predictions
• Collaborate with motor case, TPS, and integration teams to support full motor development and transition
• Contribute to test plans, procedures, and post-test analysis in support of technology maturation milestones
• Support proposal development and technical documentation as needed

Required Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• Background or coursework in energetics, propellant chemistry, combustion, or solid rocket motor propulsion
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a hands-on laboratory and manufacturing environment
• Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Experience with solid rocket motor propellant formulation, mixing, or casting
• Familiarity with propellant characterization techniques including burn rate testing, DSC, and rheology
• Experience with solid rocket motor ballistic modeling or internal ballistics analysis tools
• Familiarity with energetics safety standards and handling procedures including OSHA and DoD explosives regulations
• Experience supporting static fire testing or motor qualification activities
• Familiarity with JANNAF propulsion standards and processes
• Experience at or with government propulsion laboratories such as AFRL, DEVCOM, or NASA Marshall