Principal Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Solid Rocket Motor Integration)

What you'll do

• Architect and integrate solid rocket motors, ignition systems, and thrust vector control systems for missile platforms.
• Design, fabricate, and test prototype components including structural interfaces and motor cases.
• Plan and execute ground static fire, environmental, and integration tests for propulsion systems.
• Manage strategic partnerships and coordinate development projects with solid rocket motor vendors.
• Perform CAD design for structural integration, nozzles, blast tubes, and aerodynamic interfaces.
• Lead critical hardware demonstrations and technical presentations for customers and government agencies.
• Advise executive leadership on technical risks and mentor mid-to-senior level engineers.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years of propulsion engineering experience on tactical missiles, launch vehicles, or air vehicles.
• Professional experience with Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs) for defense or aerospace applications.
• Mastery of rocket internal ballistics, performance modeling, and grain design to influence OEM decisions.
• Experience as the Chief Engineer or technical authority on a major solid rocket propulsion program.
• Experience in SRM supplier selection, managing OEM relationships, and establishing qualified supply chains.
• Experience defining propulsion test programs and troubleshooting system-level anomalies.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Experience in NX/Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB (preferred).
• Hands-on experience with solid rocket motor testing, including static fire practices and data processing (preferred).
• Previous work at a Solid Rocket Motor OEM or supplier (preferred).
• Knowledge of TVC systems, ignition safety devices, ordnance, and telemetry (preferred).
• Experience in procurement, machine shop operations, and shop safety protocols (preferred).
• Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance (preferred).