Engineer, Materials & Processes

Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized Aerospace and Defense leader that provides propulsion and energetics to domestic and international markets. We are a leading provider in both the solid and liquid propulsion market areas, as well as the number one provider in the tactical segment area of solid propulsion. From the first space programs to Orion, NASA’s launch vehicle to carry humans to the moon, Mars, and beyond, Aerojet Rocketdyne is the leader in innovation. Visit our website at www.rocket.com for more information on how our employees Power the Future.

We are currently seeking an Materials & Processes Engineer to join our team in West Palm Beach, FL.

This position will work in Materials & Processes group, and will be responsible for providing testing support for product teams, processing development support, failure analysis and manufacturing support. In addition, this position will interface with suppliers and customers to resolve technical problems relating to materials work.

Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | Aerojet Rocketdyne

Rest and Relaxation - 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing for longer weekends. Annual week-long holiday company closure, plus company paid holidays.

Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness

Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match

Professional Development - Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program

Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs.

Working under direct supervision and following specific, detailed instructions or established procedures, this position does the following:

50% - Directly supporting lab evaluations, such as metallurgical lab sample cutting, mounting, polishing and evaluation.

50% - Engineering support, developing or approving processes, evaluating lab results, and participating in Integrated Product Teams.

Bachelors degree from an accredited educational institution in a field such as Materials Engineering, Metallurgy or equivalent Chemical/Physical science and two (2) years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. A GPA of 3.0 plus is required. Strong communication, technical presentation, teamwork, and Microsoft Office skills are required.

Specific classwork in metallurgy, polymers and composites is very desirable. Familiarity with materials specifications and working knowledge of ASTM test procedures Hands on experience in Metallurgical lab sample preparation equipment and wet chemistry and gas chromatography equipment is a plus. Must possess excellent “hands-on” skills.

May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. May also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility.