Electric Propulsion Engineering Specialist

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Job Title:

Electric Propulsion Engineering Specialist Job Code:

35169

Job Location:

Redmond, WA Job Schedule:

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days

• totaling 80 hours worked
• and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

As a member of the Engineering staff, the Specialist will work with minimal direction and exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to developing, qualifying, and producing electric thrusters for space flight missions. They will guide the successful completion of major projects and may function as a program technical team leader. The Engineering Specialist will act as an external spokesperson for the organization on matters pertaining to electric propulsion. They will serve as a technical authority and provide guidance and training to less experienced personnel.

Essential Functions:

50%

• Plans, prepares for, and supports production and testing of electric thrusters. 30%
• Uses engineering and scientific principles to prevent, investigate, and resolve hardware and process anomalies. 10%
• Leads research and development of advanced thrusters and processes including design and engineering analyses. 10%
• Leads project or program teams to define and implement engineering solutions to meet group, organization, and enterprise objectives.

Job may require travel to U.S. electric propulsion test facilities for up to 10 weeks per year.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Technical expertise in electric propulsion and knowledge of related disciplines. Experience with electric propulsion hardware and test. Possess an understanding of plasma physics and material science and their practical application to electric thruster design and operation. Experience working in a team environment and excellent written and verbal skills. In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Washington State is $92,500.00

• $171,500.

00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. L3Harris announced on January 5th, that AE Industrial Partners ("AE Industrial") has agreed to acquire a controlling interest in L3Harris' Space Propulsion and Power Systems business. This position has been identified as one that will transition to the new standalone company upon closing of the transaction. Until that time, L3Harris will continue its hiring activity within this business. L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish .