Principal Mechanical Engineer - Energetics

AeroVironment

$133,500 - $189,525; not specified; not specified ...
Not specified
Solid rocket motors (srm) and warheads
Mechanical packaging
Thermal, structural, dynamic, and fluid flow analysis
AeroVironment is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer specializing in energetics, responsible for developing solid rocket motors and warheads for missile systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mechanical engineering, particularly in SRM development, and demonstrate strong leadership and teamwork skills

Job Summary

  • Lead development efforts of SRM and Warhead suppliers and functions as the interface between suppliers, AV, and the customer as it relates to energetics efforts.
  • Lead or support the thermal, structural, dynamic, and fluid flow analysis efforts, and leads the testing and data collection in the laboratory and the field.
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

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AeroVironment is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer specializing in energetics, responsible for developing solid rocket motors and warheads for missile systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mechanical engineering, particularly in SRM development, and demonstrate strong leadership and teamwork skills.

Salary

$133,500 - $189,525; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Solid Rocket Motors (SRM) and Warheads
  • Mechanical packaging
  • Thermal, structural, dynamic, and fluid flow analysis
  • CREO for mechanical modeling
  • ANSYS for structural and fatigue analysis
  • ANSYS Icepack for thermal analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Learning from mistakes
  • Strong initiative and drive

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 12 years of relevant technical experience
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 or DO-160
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD 961D standards

Work Rights

Must have U.S. citizenship

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