Engineer Aeronautical 4 (Propulsion)

Requisition Number: 27468

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $109,636.00 - $140,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Job Description

HII Mission Technologies Division's Propulsion Systems Team has a pending opening for a mid to senior-level systems engineer, with experience in aircraft propulsion system design. In this role, the candidate will directly support the Propulsion Acquisition Division at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, and provide system design, development, integration, test products, and subject matter expertise of a wide variety of aircraft engines for the US Air Force. The candidate will perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total aircraft propulsion systems.

HII's team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost, risk, and supportability, effectiveness analyses for total systems

• Perform system analysis at all levels to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal

• Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints

• Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications

• Apply Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to speed innovation, increase operating efficiencies, and assist in development, integration, and certification of complex systems

• Participate in the System Engineering life cycle, including requirements development, architecture development, system analyses (reliability, maintainability, etc.), integration, test planning, and system verification

• Identify potential risks related to propulsion system development and integration

• Develop strategies and models to mitigate risks

• Contribute to the development of long-term roadmaps for propulsion system technologies by evaluating emerging technologies and industry trends to inform roadmap planning and decision-making

• Employ various testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) tools to estimate or calculate system performance

Minimum Qualifications

• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience

• Demonstrated skills in planning, implementing, and reporting on Systems Engineering activities on previous propulsion related efforts

• Experience in a variety of aspects of aerospace design development processes including design, analysis, testing, and integration

• Candidate will be required to work with other engineering disciplines

• Must have an active Secret clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with MBSE tools, such as Cameo, Enterprise Architect, and/or Rhapsody

• Working knowledge of MATLAB, PYTHON, and other programing languages

• Knowledge of engine test facilities and capabilities available within the U.S. Air Force or industry

• Propulsion design, development, and/or test experience

• Multidisciplinary Design, Analysis, and Optimization experience

• Experience working in U.S. Air Force acquisitions Program Offices

Physical Requirements

• Standard professional office environment. Prolonged computer use and sitting (adjustable workstations may be available)

• Light lifting and movement of materials may be required

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.