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