Valley Tech Systems, a Voyager Space company, is an innovative engineering company that is leading the way in controllable solid propulsion and open architecture airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) technologies. VTS’ innovative solutions address technology needs across the U.S. Government and commercial space industry. reentry systems, missile defense, commercial and DoD space launch systems, small launch vehicles, and payloads.

At VTS our mission is to supply the most advanced and innovative solutions to complex problems found in Department of Defense weapon systems. We approach these problems using a “mission-focused”, “customer first” engineering approach. Working at VTS means you will be engaging with industry pioneers at a small company who all work collaboratively to make big things happen.

General Requirements:

1. Positive, cooperative, self-motivated, and professional behavior

2. Contribute as necessary to get the job done

3. U.S. citizenship

4. Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

General Function:

Under minimal or no supervision, perform mechanical engineering tasks on fast-paced technology development programs. Collaborate with engineering peers, senior engineers, and program managers to help define project scope and perform project management tasks. Define, assess, and direct technical solutions for propulsion designs. Provide technical leadership and risk-based decision making to project teams. Lead development projects and work both independently and within a team to complete engineering tasks on schedule and budget. Communicate effectively to both teams and management to ensure tasks are accomplished and support others in accomplishing their assignments. Contribute to writing and reviewing technical documents including reports, test plans, and proposals.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform mechanical and system design and integration for high performance rocket propulsion systems

2. Design mechanical systems that manage high-temperature and high-pressure gasses

3. Perform preliminary rocket motor sizing and performance assessments

4. Perform design trade studies, identify risks, and perform Monte Carlo simulations

5. Create designs with CAD models and participate in design reviews

6. Conduct structural and thermal FEA analysis on rocket motor components and assemblies

7. Prepare and review engineering drawings, and conduct 1D and 2D tolerance analyses using geometric tolerancing

8. Participate in hardware assembly and testing activities

9. Peer review of mechanical designs, providing technical input for manufacturing, processing, assembly, and procurement

10. Perform project management functions; schedules, budgets, task assignments

11. Work directly with technicians and suppliers to assure engineering requirements are met

12. Interact with customers on technical matters

13. Participate in customer meetings and reviews by preparing and presenting technical material

14. Support technical and programmatic development during proposals.

15. Support HR and engineering management to assesses hiring and job assignment for junior engineers

16. Other related job duties, as assigned

Experience:

Required: Ten (10) years to 15 years of mechanical engineering experience is required; prefer rocket motor design and testing

Preferred: 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience is required; prefer rocket motor design and testing

Education:

Required: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other related discipline from an accredited college/university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.

Preferred: Master’s degree or PhD in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other related discipline from an accredited college/university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.

Skills:

· Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, and Project

· Experience with CAD software, SolidWorks preferred

· Experience with thermal and structural analysis, including FEA.

· Understanding of basic engineering project management and reporting

· Ability to manage other engineers and report program status to program office

· Proven ability to successfully operate in a highly collaborative team environment

· Possess excellent communication skills

· Willingness to seek-out and assume increasing responsibilities as workload changes

· Aptitude for working with propulsion, mechanical and electrical systems

Other:

· Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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