Energetics Engineer Aerospace | Metro Detroit, MI
$120,000–$150,000 + annual bonus + signing bonus | Relocation assistance available | Onsite
Design the devices that bring flight-critical systems to life. Our client a privately-held, well-established aerospace propulsion manufacturer is hiring an Energetics Engineer with deep expertise in pyrotechnic and energetic components: gas generators, initiators, and igniters.
What you'll do
- Own energetic components across the full product life cycle requirements, specifications, and verification from concept through qualification
- Design and analyze components and propellants, and support their manufacturing
- Plan and execute development and qualification testing, including data reduction and analysis
- Prepare and present test plans, reports, and supporting documentation
- Interpret government regulations, requirements, procedures, and safety standards for energetic devices
What you bring
- 10+ years in development and qualification of energetic components
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant discipline (Chemistry, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering; Project Management)
- Working knowledge of requirements verification and validation (V&V)
- Familiarity with ammunition and explosive certification processes
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with sharp attention to detail
- Clear written communication and solid document-preparation skills
- U.S. citizenship (required); ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance if needed selected candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Why this role
This is a stable, privately-held company with a long-tenure engineering culture no defense-prime layoff cycles. You'll have real ownership of flight-critical energetic-device development from design through qualification, with strong compensation, a signing bonus, and paid relocation.
Our client is a drug-free workplace; new hires are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Our client is an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
You should be proficient in:
- energetic
- Explosives
- Ordnance
- Propellant
- Pyrotechnics
- Warhead
Machines & technologies you'll use:
