Location US-WA-Redmond

Aerojet Rocketdyne is seeking a Senior Electric Thruster Engineer for our Redmond, WA office.

This is a position for an experienced engineer in support of electric propulsion systems. The successful candidate will support development and qualification of ion thrusters, Hall thrusters, or other electric propulsion products.

This position can be filled at this level or one level higher for more experienced applicants.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups - Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs

As a member of the Engineering staff, the Senior Engineer will work with minimal direction and exercise judgement in reaching objectives and executing assignments. They will guide the successful completion of major projects and may function as a program technical team leader. The Senior Engineer will act as an external spokesperson for the organization on matters pertaining to program plans and objectives. They will serve as a technical authority and provide guidance and training to more junior personnel.

30% - Plans, prepares for, and executes development, qualification, and acceptance testing of electric thrusters.

20% - Coordinates thruster and process development including design and engineering analyses.

20% - Uses engineering and scientific principles to prevent, investigate, and resolve hardware and process anomalies.

20% - Supports flight hardware production from component procurement through spacecraft integration.

10% - Leads project or program teams to define and implement engineering solutions to meet group, organization, and enterprise objectives.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related discipline is required. 5+ years of electric propulsion experience or an equivalent combination of postgraduate education and experience are required. Must have experience with electric propulsion laboratory hardware and test. Must have experience working in a team environment and excellent written and verbal skills.

This position requires technical expertise in electric propulsion and knowledge of related disciplines. The successful candidate will possess an understanding of plasma physics and material science and their practical application to electric thruster operation.

Requires U.S. Citizenship or status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 15 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

100,000 - 147,333 per year

Pay range for this job level is a general guideline only for California and/or Washington State and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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