Job Summary: Testing- The individual is a recognized authority in the field with extensive experience in testing environments, deep knowledge of test assembly techniques, and advanced statistical techniques, can design and oversee complex testing programs.
- Has advanced skills in data acquisition, statistical analysis, measurement techniques, and signal processing methods.
- Can lead large-scale and high-risk test programs, provide guidance on test planning best practices, and contribute to the development of test planning frameworks and methodologies.
Communications- The individual possesses exceptional skills in communication theories, presentation design, technical presentation, and writing specialized technical documents.
- Can provide expert guidance on complex communication challenges, develop compelling narratives, tailor content for specific audiences, and provide expert consultation on presentation strategies and audience engagement methods.
- Excels in writing technical documents with precision and accuracy.
Design- The individual should have a basic understanding of electromechanical actuators, igniters, pressure vessel, solid rocket motor systems, hot gas valves, and thrusters.
Drafting/Modelling- Possesses expertise in creating intricate 2D or 3D designs, optimizing productivity through CAD commands and tools, producing precise technical drawings, and interpreting complex GD&T symbols.
- Can create 3D models and generate complex assemblies and technical drawings with precision.
Systems Engineering- Understands the tie-in between testing and verification and validation of requirements.
- Can develop program plans, understand acquisition life cycles, and coordinate activities.
- Has a foundational understanding of reliability and safety principles, advanced skills in requirements analysis, and comprehensive knowledge in risk management, leading activities, and developing tailored strategies.
Project Management- Possesses basic financial knowledge, can lead small teams, understand operations research principles, understands complex procurement tasks, create simple proposals, and manage simple schedules.
- Can effectively communicate goals and expectations, develop procurement strategies, manage vendor evaluations, analyze supplier performance, and implement effective contract management practices.
Ballistics- Understands propellant chemistry, combustion principles, grain geometry, internal ballistics, and solid propellant manufacturing processes, including types, composition, combustion mechanisms, and grain performance factors.
System Performance- Designs simple control systems using standard techniques, understand diagrams and specifications, and implement basic algorithms.
- Conducts requirements elicitation, prioritize stakeholder needs, and document requirements using standard templates.
- Understands solid rocket motor performance principles, including thrust, specific impulse, and propellant combustion.
Analysis- Understands CFD principles, navigates software interfaces, and performs simulations.
- Can set up and run structural analysis models, interpret results, and apply engineering judgment.
- Can perform dynamic analysis tasks, set up thermal analysis models, and identify manufacturing and assembly issues related to geometric tolerances.
Avionics- Understands basic battery design principles, cable/wire harness design, circuit board design, rocket motor ignition systems, and software design principles, contributing to tasks under guidance.
- Identifies common components and connections and contributes to the generation of basic software designs while following standard specifications and guidelines.
Required Qualifications: - Fifteen (15) or more years of mechanical engineering experience.
- Bachelor of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
- Positive, cooperative, self-motivated, and professional behavior
- Contribute as necessary to get the job done
- Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
Preferred Qualifications: - Rocket motor design and testing experience
- Master of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
- Must be able to travel approximately 10% of the time.
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Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you're not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120-130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730-774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. a7 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
Nevada pay range
$183,065-$251,465 USD
