2027 Explosives Systems and Devices Engineer at The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. The Mechanical Systems Department (MSD) offers a wide range of capabilities that enable and support the effective implementation of technical and programmatic mission assurance activities on space systems, launch systems, and related systems. MSD staff support all program phases beginning with pre-contract evaluations, design and development activities followed by build, test, and pedigree review, launch, initialization, and operations events. MSD is the ETG source of expertise in moving mechanical assemblies (MMAs), ordnance-driven devices, other explosives applications and high-velocity impact analysis, separation systems and analyses, ball bearings, gears, valves, component mass properties, related technologies, and exploitation of our knowledge and tools in solving non-traditional and emerging problems. We are looking for an Explosives Systems and Devices Engineer (Sr. Member of Technical Staff - Aeronautical & Mechanical Engineering). The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, California. What You’ll Be Doing Work closely with program offices, management, and government customers to resolve technical issues and ensure project success Evaluate separation and deployment systems and explosive devices for launch vehicle, spacecraft, and missile programs Prepare written reports and provide briefings to customers and other stakeholders Occasionally travel to contractor sites to attend design reviews and witness hardware assembly and testing Participate in the development/refinement of analysis tools and techniques Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed Training and mentorship will be provided What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring Strong written and oral communication skills Must work well in a team environment Possess organizational, time management and project management skills Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: PhD degree from an accredited college/university program in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physical science or related discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months) 0-1 year of industry experience Experience in explosive devices, separation and deployment systems, or other aerospace systems-related field Experience with the design, integration, and testing related to explosive/pyrotechnic devices and systems typical of launch vehicles, spacecraft, and missile systems Willing to travel approximately 10% (as required) This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is