Senior Manager, Composites and Nozzle Design
Job Overview:
Aerojet Rocketdyne, a major aerospace corporation responsible for the design, manufacture and operation of a number of critical US space and defense products, seeks a Senior Manager for a full-time position in the Engineering Mechanical Design discipline in Huntsville, Alabama.
This position is responsible for support to Aerojet Rocketdynes (AR) growing Mechanical Design Engineering organization and reports to the Senior Director, Defense BU Design and Analysis Engineering.
This position performs a variety of mechanical design engineering and managerial tasks on fast-paced Composite Cases and Nozzles for development and production programs supporting Solid Propulsion Systems, Controllable Solid Systems and Armaments.
Candidate will operate from the Huntsville office.
What we can offer you:
Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nations aerospace and defense legacy.
Read more about our culture:
Careers Aerojet Rocketdyne.
Rest and Relaxation - 3 weeks of vacation annually plus 48 hour annual sick allowance.
9/80 schedule at most locations, providing for longer weekends.
Annual year end company closure, plus company paid holidays.
Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness.
Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match.
Professional Development - Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program.
Employee Resource Groups Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs.
Trusted - Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as Americas Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Company.
https:
//www.
newsweek.
com/americas-most-trusted-companies-2022
Essential Functions:
50% - Primary responsibilities are the leadership and management of development and production composite case and nozzle design engineers and their associated work products.
Provide supervision and strong leadership to accomplish composite case design and nozzle design on time and within schedule while minimizing technical risk.
Primary duties include supporting program chief engineers and Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to successfully manage designs and design processes to meet programs cost, schedule, quality, and risk requirements using/improving Enterprise design processes and tools.
20% - Provides internal and external Design Review support to assure product designs meet program requirements, AR design procedures and best practices.
15% - Provides employee mentoring and career development opportunities to increase versatile composite case and nozzle design capability across programs.
Interprets and applies administrative processes and procedures that affect the engineering staff.
15% - Develops design process improvements, tools and training as needed to streamline Enterprise design costs for programs while also reinforcing design to cost and re-use when possible.
Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related engineering/scientific discipline and fourteen (14) years of design related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.
S.
Security Clearance at the appropriate level.
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.
Additional Requirements and Preferred
Qualifications:
Must be a self-starter and pro-active mentor to motivate employees to successfully meet program goals and perform effective conflict resolution as required.
Previous hands-on design experience, knowledge of composite case design and/or nozzle design and product definition processes are strongly preferred.
A demonstrated understanding of DoD/NASA engineering processes, materials, analysis and manufacturing is required.
Must possess strong technical writing and effective presentation skills.
Experience with Composite Case and Nozzle Design for Solid Propulsion Systems and Controllable Solid Systems is a plus.
Work Environment/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 or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require occasional 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.
Recommended Skills Administration Aerospace Industries Attention To Detail Audio Equipments Business Process Improvement Coaching And Mentoring Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Aerojet Rocketdyne, a major aerospace corporation responsible for the design, manufacture and operation of a number of critical US space and defense products, seeks a Senior Manager for a full-time position in the Engineering Mechanical Design discipline in Huntsville, Alabama.
This position is responsible for support to Aerojet Rocketdynes (AR) growing Mechanical Design Engineering organization and reports to the Senior Director, Defense BU Design and Analysis Engineering.
This position performs a variety of mechanical design engineering and managerial tasks on fast-paced Composite Cases and Nozzles for development and production programs supporting Solid Propulsion Systems, Controllable Solid Systems and Armaments.
Candidate will operate from the Huntsville office.
What we can offer you:
Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nations aerospace and defense legacy.
Read more about our culture:
Careers Aerojet Rocketdyne.
Rest and Relaxation - 3 weeks of vacation annually plus 48 hour annual sick allowance.
9/80 schedule at most locations, providing for longer weekends.
Annual year end company closure, plus company paid holidays.
Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness.
Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match.
Professional Development - Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program.
Employee Resource Groups Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs.
Trusted - Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as Americas Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Company.
https:
//www.
newsweek.
com/americas-most-trusted-companies-2022
Essential Functions:
50% - Primary responsibilities are the leadership and management of development and production composite case and nozzle design engineers and their associated work products.
Provide supervision and strong leadership to accomplish composite case design and nozzle design on time and within schedule while minimizing technical risk.
Primary duties include supporting program chief engineers and Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to successfully manage designs and design processes to meet programs cost, schedule, quality, and risk requirements using/improving Enterprise design processes and tools.
20% - Provides internal and external Design Review support to assure product designs meet program requirements, AR design procedures and best practices.
15% - Provides employee mentoring and career development opportunities to increase versatile composite case and nozzle design capability across programs.
Interprets and applies administrative processes and procedures that affect the engineering staff.
15% - Develops design process improvements, tools and training as needed to streamline Enterprise design costs for programs while also reinforcing design to cost and re-use when possible.
Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related engineering/scientific discipline and fourteen (14) years of design related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.
S.
Security Clearance at the appropriate level.
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.
Additional Requirements and Preferred
Qualifications:
Must be a self-starter and pro-active mentor to motivate employees to successfully meet program goals and perform effective conflict resolution as required.
Previous hands-on design experience, knowledge of composite case design and/or nozzle design and product definition processes are strongly preferred.
A demonstrated understanding of DoD/NASA engineering processes, materials, analysis and manufacturing is required.
Must possess strong technical writing and effective presentation skills.
Experience with Composite Case and Nozzle Design for Solid Propulsion Systems and Controllable Solid Systems is a plus.
Work Environment/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 or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require occasional 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.
Recommended Skills Administration Aerospace Industries Attention To Detail Audio Equipments Business Process Improvement Coaching And Mentoring Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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