Location US-WA-Redmond

Aerojet Rocketdyne is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our Valves and Actuators Engineering department in Redmond, WA (Seattle area). You will join a team working on the development, fabrication, and test of valves, regulators, and actuators for space and defense applications. The Senior Engineer provides technical oversight and project leadership for in-house and supplier-based products. Projects include a broad range of liquid and gaseous propellant control components.

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.

In our Redmond, WA, site (Seattle area), we fabricate, assemble, and test chemical and electric thrusters, as well as small scale propulsion systems. Our electric propulsion systems enable a wide variety of missions from the exploration of our solar system to global communication and the surveillance of severe weather and wild fires.

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 or 4/10 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
• Beautiful Campus - Large campus with forested trail, basketball court, fitness center, covered bicycle parking, and outdoor gazebos

As a member of the Engineering staff, the Senior Engineer will work with minimal direction and exercise judgement in reaching objectives and executing assignments. 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.

25% - Leads development and supports production and test of rocket engine propellant control components. Applies engineering and scientific concepts to challenges ranging from preliminary ideas through product life cycle.

25% - Communicates with external suppliers ensuring requirements are achieved on time and within budget.

20% - Collaborates with other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to provide coordination of technical, schedule and cost solutions to team objectives.

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

10% - Develops trade studies, design concepts, systems integration and component-level test plans.

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field is required. Five (5) years of experience in design, production, and test of electromechanical or fluid control components or an equivalent combination of postgraduate education and experience are required.

Additional Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical expertise in fluid mechanics, structural dynamics, electricity, and magnetism.
• Understanding and use of analytical, design or process procedures pertinent to Rocket engine valve and actuator development.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications and develop planning and procedures for assembly and test.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; effective presentation and report writing skills.
• Project skills in developing MS Project scheduling and Earned Value Measurement Systems is a plus. May require the use of engineering test equipment, CAD, and/or various computer systems.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated leadership skills are required.

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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