Principal Mechanical Engineer – SRM Thermal Analysis

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Perform in-depth thermal analysis of solid rocket motor components.

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Engage with clients and promote technical excellence.

• Utilize advanced engineering methods to design, install, modify, analyze, repair, and test mechanically-operating equipment.

• Assist in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.

• Partner with engineers and other staff to implement operating procedures, troubleshoot system issues, and provide technical insights.

• Investigate and assess customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and additional data.

• Analyze design or application feasibility, costs, and maintenance needs.

• Specify system components or direct product modifications to fulfill engineering design and performance criteria.

• Examine equipment failures and suggest corrective measures.

• Determine sizes for internal insulation, external thermal protection systems, and structural insulators.

• Validate models using test data.

• Develop predictive models for ablation and erosion.

• Define sub-scale tests to characterize insulator and ablator material properties.

• Assess and recommend ablative materials and thermal protection system solutions.

• Generate reports and presentations that document analysis and support work.

• Present findings to peers and customers during design reviews.

• May lead functional teams or projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Associate's Degree with 8–10 years of relevant experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is mandatory.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Strong oral and written communication abilities.

• Capable of meeting deadlines effectively.

• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Analytical thinking skills.

• Knowledge of applied mechanics.

• Experience in design engineering.

• Skills in design optimization.

• Familiarity with design reviews.

• Background in mechanical engineering.

• Experience with prototyping.

• Knowledge of requirements engineering/analysis.

• Proficiency in CAD software.

• Experience with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software.

• Must be able to remain seated at a desk and/or computer for prolonged periods.

• Requires regular movement around GD-OTS facilities.

• May need to stand for extended durations.

• Work may involve indoor and outdoor exposure to varying climates and machinery operations.

• May be asked to work different shifts.

• Up to 25% travel may be expected.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package including healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits.

• Opportunities for career development and recognition programs.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Basic life insurance provided.

• Pre-tax spending accounts available.

• 401(k) plan offered.

• Non-Contributory Retirement Contributions.

• Critical Illness Insurance options.

• Accident Insurance available.

• Identity Theft Protection services offered.

• Enhanced Legal Services included.

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance options available.

• Educational Assistance programs offered.

• Employee Assistance Program available.

• Paid holidays included.

• 120 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually.

• Up to 3 weeks of paid family leave.

• Eligibility for Gain Sharing Program.

• 9/80 work schedule available.

• Option for remote work.

• Up to 25% travel may be likely.