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Sr Mechanical Engineer (SRM Analyst – Thermal Focus) (Remote option Available)

RemoteRemoteEngineering$100k–$136k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Solid Rocket Motor Engineering Team. The successful candidate for this role has a strong understanding of thermal analysis principles, with expertise in some of the tools common in industry. As a Thermal Engineer you will conduct detailed thermal analysis of solid rocket motor components. You will collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams, interface with customers, and drive technical excellence.

Essential Functions

  • Applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment.
  • Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Confers with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
  • Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
  • Specifies system components or directs modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
  • Investigates equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew.

Impact of the Role

General Profile Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines Solves complex problems Works independently, receives minimal guidanceMay lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experienceConsistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Required Qualifications

  • Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
  • Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
  • Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
  • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Interpersonal skills. Problem-solving skills. Analytical thinking skills. Applied mechanics. Design engineering. Design optimization. Design review. Mechanical engineering. Prototyping. Requirements engineering/analysis. CAD software. Computer-aided engineering (CAE) software.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Perform detailed thermal analysis of solid rocket motor components.
  • Size internal insulation, external thermal protection systems, and structural insulators.
  • Validate models with test data; develop predictive ablation and erosion models.
  • Define sub-scale tests for characterizing material properties of insulators and ablators.
  • Evaluate and recommend ablative materials and thermal protection system solutions for applications in solid rocket motors.
  • Create reports and presentations documenting analysis and other supporting work.
  • Present to peers and customers in design reviews.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
  • Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
  • May need to stand for long periods of time.
  • Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
  • Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.

Travel Requirements

  • Up to 25% travel likely.

Pay Range (USD)

  • $100,300-$135,700

Additional Compensation

  • Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company’s Gain Sharing Program.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts.
  • Enrollment in the company's 401k plan and eligibility for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution.
  • Voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.
  • PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave: 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.

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