Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer, Hypersonic Propulsion

L3Harris

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L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

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TL;DR · Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer, Hypersonic Propulsion

Sr. Specialist, Systems Engineer - Hypersonic Propulsion joins the Systems Development, Verification & Test Engineering Department to support hypersonic and high-speed solid, liquid, and air-breathing propulsion research and development. This role involves conducting component and engine development, verification test planning, ground test facility integration, and requirement verification reporting. The engineer will manage special test equipment, oversee test data analysis, lead Test Readiness Reviews, and provide project management support while mentoring junior team members. Key technical competencies include thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and hypersonics. Candidates must possess expertise in systems integration, test instrumentation, and data acquisition for ground and flight activities. The role addresses the complex engineering challenges of high-speed propulsion systems within a defense context, requiring an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance to support mission-critical testing and technical coordination across various project phases.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute detailed test plans to capture all objectives for ground and flight activities.
  • Integrate, develop, and control special test equipment and instrumentation.
  • Manage the collection, analysis, and reporting of test data.
  • Lead Test Readiness Reviews to ensure facilities and articles meet safety and technical requirements.
  • Provide oversight for engine assembly, teardown activities, and inspection processes.
  • Provide on-site customer technical support for ground tests and flight activities.
  • Mentor less experienced team members and provide project management support.

What we're looking for

  • A Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience, a Graduate degree and 4 years of experience, or 10 years of experience without a degree are required.
  • Must have an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance or higher.
  • Must possess strong communication skills and leadership competency to mentor team members and manage complex projects.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% for off-site test support is required.
  • Experience in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and hypersonics (preferred).
  • Knowledge of liquid, solid, or air-breathing high-speed propulsion systems, data analysis, and systems integration (preferred).
  • Familiarity with test instrumentation, equipment, and data acquisition (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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