Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 17 April 2025. Resumes must be in DD/MM/YYYY format.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as subject-matter expert for solid rocket motors supporting Research and Development for Department of the Air Force applications
• Conduct rocket motor component design and modeling & simulation activities, including maintenance and development of necessary computer models for rocket cases, nozzles, and propellant grains
• Serve as program manager for contracted and in-house motor technology development programs, managing project cost, schedule, and performance

Other Significant Facts:

• Travel may be required
• Limited situational telework options may be possible.
• Relocation or other incentives may be offered for this position.

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearance
• At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade, DR‐01/GS‐11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities/competencies to perform successfully the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Desired Qualifications

• Specialized experience with solid rocket motor design and analysis highly desired.
• Specialized experience with engineering simulations (CFD / FEA) highly desired.
• Graduate education in engineering or science highly desired.
• Computer programming skill desired, especially Python, FORTRAN, and C++
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage workload across competing priorities and work efficiently towards timely task completion
• Ability to work independently and proactively

Requsition No.: 12345

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Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.