What are the responsibilities and job description for the Propulsion Engineer position at Pennant Solutions Group?
Propulsion Engineer
Job Description
Summary
We are looking for a highly skilled Propulsion Engineer to join our team. This role will primarily involve hands-on processing of energetic materials, with a focus on casting and curing motor cases and integrating them into final motor packages. The ideal candidate will have experience with CAD and Ballistics.
Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate loading and integration of motor cases.
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Collaborate with design and test teams to optimize performance and integration.
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Support motor development, qualification, and production activities.
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Analyze test data and ballistic performance
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Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and automation to enhance efficiency and safety.
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Implement and monitor inspection and process control methods, ensuring consistency with specifications.
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Use non-destructive testing (NDT), dimensional inspections, and chemical analysis to verify propellant quality.
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Ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices.
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Troubleshoot processing issues, defects, and performance anomalies.
Education and Experience
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B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
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Typically 5 years of experience in rocket motors and ballistics
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Strong understanding of energetic materials handling, safety procedures, and quality control.
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Experience with inspection techniques, process validation, and statistical process control (SPC) in propellant manufacturing.
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Familiarity with instrumentation, test setups, and data acquisition for propulsion testing.
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U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance.
