ManTech International

Propulsion Systems Project Engineer

ManTech International • $110K — $130K *
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or STEM field; relevant experience may substitute for education.
  • 12+ years in launch systems structures and mechanical systems engineering or related fields.
  • 3+ years of experience in the Launch Vehicle industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of liquid propellant rocket engines, ordnance, hydraulics, and LV ground support equipment.
  • Strong understanding of propulsion systems hardware design and testing.

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior engineering expertise and technical oversight at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
  • Analyze launch vehicle propulsion system designs and resolve complex engineering challenges.
  • Plan and facilitate Engineering Boards, offering risk assessments and technical recommendations.
  • Support launch contractor reviews, audits, and real-time anomaly resolution during active operations.
  • Act as the technical authority for USSF customers during key briefings and reviews.
  • Manage engineering data, ensuring proprietary information is protected.
  • Prepare clear technical reports and status updates for customer and leadership review.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge national security projects.
  • Collaborative environment with leading aerospace organizations.
  • Access to advanced engineering tools and methodologies.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Engagement in high-stakes launch operations.
Full Job Description
MANTECH seeks a highly talented Propulsion Systems Project Engineer with experience related to Launch Vehicle (LV) systems . T o help the Space Force redefine the future of National Security Space Launch (NSSL) . This position is based in Cape Canaveral, FL.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Provide on-site senior engineering expertise and deliver high-level technical oversight at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station customer site, leveraging extensive knowledge of USSF, NASA, and launch vehicle systems including Cryogenics, Electrical, Mechanical, Pneumatic Systems, Propellant Supply, solid rocket motors, liquid rocket engines, ordnance, and Mission Assurance.

  • Perform, review, and analyze launch vehicle propulsion system designs, manufacturing, test, and launch data, while assessing requirements, design drawings, and procedures to resolve complex, multi-disciplinary engineering challenges from pedigree and hardware acceptance through to post-flight analyses.

  • Plan, coordinate, facilitate , and participate in Engineering Boards, providing expert risk assessments, mitigation planning, design and procedure reviews, failure analysis, and actionable technical recommendations.


  • Prepare the Customer team for and directly support launch contractor reviews, audits, site walkdowns, rehearsals, active launch operations, and real-time anomaly resolution processes.


  • Serve as the technical authority to support USSF customers during Chief Engineer briefings, Weekly Status Reviews, and other Space Systems Command processes, while actively collaborating with The Aerospace Corporation, New Launch Contractors, launch site personnel, and suppliers.


  • Perform rigorous engineering data management, including data mining and reporting, while successfully keeping proprietary contractor information separate and securely protected.


  • Prepare clear, concise weekly and periodic written evaluations, technical reports, and status updates for customer and leadership review.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in an Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical) or STEM field . 1.5 years relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of each 1 year of education/degree requirement.


  • 12 + years launch systems structures and mechanical systems engineering, technical program management, or other related experience .


  • 3 + years of Launch Vehicle or related industry experience.


  • Knowledge of LV systems (liquid propellant rocket engines and systems, ordnance, hydraulics, in-flight avionics, LV ground support equipment, LV structures, composite materials, etc.)


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong Propulsion Systems hardware design and test experience


  • Familiarity with space, launch, and safety standards.


  • Experience with USSF, NASA, N ational Reconnaissance Office , and L C s preferred.


  • Experience with agile software products, such as Warp Core, Jira, Confluence, MS Office Suite, SharePoint, Google Workspace, and Information Technology systems is highly preferred.


  • Previous project management experience preferred.


Clearance Requirements:

  • Active Secret Clearance .


Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50 %.


  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.


  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.


  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management , and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

About ManTech International

ManTech International Corporation is an American defense contracting firm that was founded in 1968. The company provides cybersecurity, intelligence, and defense solutions to the United States Government. ManTech has over 9,000 employees and operates in 40 countries worldwide. The company's services include software development, systems engineering, and enterprise IT solutions. ManTech has been awarded numerous contracts by the U.S. Department of Defense and other government agencies.
Learn more about ManTech International
Size
9,800 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$120.5 million
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
NASDAQ
MANT
* Ladders Estimates

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