Job Title: SENIOR MANAGER, BALLISTICS
Job ID: 8680
Job Location: Huntsville , AL
Job Schedule: 9/80 - 9 hours Monday - Thursday, 8 hours every other Friday
Aerojet Rocketdyne, a L3Harris Technologies Company, is seeking a Senior Manager, Ballistics for its Huntsville, AL Headquarters.
This position is responsible for leading the Missile Solutions Engineering Ballistics group within the Design and Analysis group. This group focuses on the design, analysis and integration of solid propellant based propulsion systems with specific responsibility for Internal Ballistics and Solid Propulsion Performance. Programs supported include both military and commercial applications. This is a fast paced environment that requires knowledge of the entire value stream from proposals to product implementation.
Essential Functions
Provides technical leadership for the Missile Solutions Engineering Ballistics group which is critical to Aerojet Rocketdyne Development and Production Programs. Advises subordinates in the resolution of technical, programmatic, and operational problems based on specific goals, Aerojet Rocketdyne policy, procedures and meeting established schedules.
Develops and implements processes and tools as appropriate for the Missile Solutions Engineering Ballistics group for continued development, education and training. Participates in Technical Meetings (internal and external) as required to maintain knowledge in this field. Works across the company to ensure consistent application of best practices in performing job responsibilities.
Manages direct reports working on a variety of project activities. Supports goals of integrated product teams by balancing work-loads and priorities of direct reports and addressing administrative issues pertaining to the accomplishment of tasks. Manages training budgets, conducts performance appraisals, and supports discretionary tasks as required.
Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or other related discipline) and twelve (12) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree preferred but not required.
Experience with design and analysis of solid propulsion systems essential.
Demonstrated supervisory and strong communication skills managing a team of engineers with multiple assignments and priorities.
Knowledge of DoD Security Regulation is required. ITAR.
Must have excellent communication skills.
Must be able to travel up to 10%.
Desired Qualifications:
Understanding of and planning skills for technology development for new propulsion products, including familiarity with performance metrics such as cost, schedule, and variance analysis.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
