Senior Aerospace Engineer Job at Air Force Research Laboratory, Rosamond, CA

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  • Air Force Research Laboratory
  • Rosamond, CA

Job Description

Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 06 Dec 24.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Leads a team dedicated to nuclear deterrence, missile defense, NASA’s lunar mission, and assured access to space.
  • Oversees the nation's only high-altitude test facility that enables simulation of Mar's surface atmospheric conditions and the large component engine test area that fielded the original F1 engines for NSSL.
  • Fields production technology for warfighter insertion.
  • Manages cost, schedule, and performance of AFRL’s rocket test and evaluation portfolio.
  • Oversees a large government and contractor team supporting the $10.2B test areas across 65-sq miles.
  • Leads a cross-organization team, including test personnel and coordinates across the Site for security, safety, quality assurance, and munitions to plan and develop test processes and conduct operations.
  • Works with industry and DoD partners as part of Public-Private Partnerships to advance the US rocket technology base.
  • Utilizes work experience to convey technical test execution needs, assess readiness, communicate risks to peers and senior leadership.
  • Guides the technical baseline driving decisions for facility capability upgrades, digital footprint needs, and prioritizes mission needs.
  • Represents AFRL for local and National customer engagements.
  • Grows the workforce, mentoring junior military and civilian members on their career paths.

Other significant facts:

  • Occasional travel (~10%) may be required for the position.
  • Relocation or other incentives may be offered for this position.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Required Qualifications

  • United States Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required Secret security clearance
  • Must have five years of experience at the DR-II (GS-12/13 or equivalent) grade level or one year of experience at the DR-III (GS-14 or equivalent) grade level
  • BS Engineering degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
  • Must have two years test experience in either rocket or flight test
  • Experience with programming and budgeting in regard to research and development programs
  • Demonstrated ability to work with industry partners to meet mission requirements
  • This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Level II non-critical certification in Engineering and Technical Management (N) . The selectee will have 24 months to meet APDP requirements or a waiver must be obtained.

Desired Qualifications

  • Strong and effective communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong and effective teams, both internally and with external stakeholders
  • MS Degree in any Engineering like Industrial, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
  • Safety or Quality Assurance experience

(Requisition No. 76079)

Series

0861

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Work experience placement, Local area, Relocation,

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