Senior Chemical Engineer/Project Engineering Job at Aerojet Rocketdyne

Aerojet Rocketdyne Jonesborough, TN 37659

Overview:
Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader providing propulsion and energetics to support space, missile defense, and cutting edge advanced programs. We offer a complete line of propulsion products for launch vehicles, missile defense, and advanced hypersonic propulsion. Visit our website at www.rocket.com for more information on how our employees Power the Future. Aerojet Ordnance Tennessee (AOT) offers a complete line of munitions products from small caliber to 120 mm Tank munition and Depleted Uranium products for the department of Energy. Aerojet Ordnance Tennessee is the sole supplier of hand grenade bodies to the United States Government.

Aerojet Ordnance Tennessee (AOT)
is seeking a Chemical Engineer to support metal processing and recycling programs. This position will be located at the Jonesborough, Tennessee facility and will report to the Senior Manager of Engineering. We are seeking a motivated and experienced engineer to assist in the development and production of metal products from a metal fluoride, as well as a recycle process to cleanse metal and take it to a fluoride form for use in production processes. This position will work closely with AOT’s customers to meet their needs by leading the engineering aspects of planning, design, analyses, development, qualification, and production of the processes and will also work closely with Program Management personnel to meet AOT’s business goals.

What we can offer you:
  • Eligible for robust relocation benefits.
  • Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | Aerojet Rocketdyne
  • Rest and Relaxation - 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 4/10 schedule providing for longer weekends. Annual week-long paid holiday company closure, plus company paid holidays.
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness
  • Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
  • Professional Development - Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program
  • Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs
  • Beautiful Campus - AOT is nestled in the foothills of Northeast Tennessee near the Great Smoky Mountains.
This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher.
Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):
The percentage of time listed below is approximate and varies depending on assignments and business needs.

Provides leadership in support of program tasks and hardware technology development test efforts. The successful candidate may support both development and production programs. Among the duties will be customer presentations and submittals, as well as coordinating activities with internal organizations such as Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Laboratories and Inspection.

20% - Lead engineering support for the production of metal and recycling of metal. This includes requirements management, anomaly resolution, and anomaly prevention.

20% - Plan, conduct, and analyze data from the production process.

15% - Support process development and qualification, including supplier oversight and management.

15% - Provide hardware fabrication support, including nonconformance resolution.

10% - Present results at internal and external meetings.

10% - Conduct performance other engineering analysis as required in support of trade studies and programs.

10% - Support proposal activities and manage internal research and development efforts, as necessary.
Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and 5 years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Experience with chemical processes related to dissolution, solvent extraction, metal reduction, and recycling technology development is desired.
  • Experience working in an equivalent engineering environment is desired.
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.) in a safe manner. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), foot protection (i.e. steel toed shoes, rubber boots, etc.), gloves, hard hat, shop coat and hearing protection. Some positions may require Respirator clearance up to and including the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Level A clearance. Work requires the ability to change into or out of personal protective equipment when entering or exiting manufacturing, laboratory, or other areas. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or auto. Ability to distinguish colors may also be necessary. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.




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