Location US-CA-Canoga Park

Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company, is currently seeking an Affordability Engineering Specialist to work with engineers and program managers to provide affordability engineering expertise for diverse Aerojet Rocketdyne (AR) programs. This Affordability Engineer is expected to be able to work independently in a lead role or work as an integral team member in a supporting role.

This job may be filled at this level posted or one level higher.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Enjoy work/life balance at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) site. At this facility, we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA's SLS, Lockheed Martin's THAAD, Sierra Nevada's Dream Chaser, and the Mars Perseverance Rover.

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

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 | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• 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 consultation only, job responsibilities include:

80% - Affordability Engineering Support of AR Programs. Typical duties may include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Lead should-cost estimates for proposals.
• Lead estimates of propulsion system costs and associated component costs.
• Lead Design-to-Cost efforts on programs.
• Build a strong working relationship with the other Aerojet Rocketdyne employees to ensure that the group's capabilities are fully utilized and that the group's results are meeting customer needs.

20% - Discipline Support and/or Training and Education:

• Create and improve training materials and possibly deliver training sessions.
• Identify and lead discipline initiatives.
• Lead discipline coordination meetings.

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, plus at least nine (9) years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:

• Design to Cost and/or Affordability Engineering experience is required
• Experience with COTS parametric and other hardware modeling tools is highly desired
• Advanced Excel skills
• Familiarization with spacecraft and/or launch vehicle systems is preferred
• PRICE TruePlanning experience / familiarity highly desirable
• Ability to lead or assist with estimates of propulsion system costs and associated component costs
• Experience with program / project management desirable
• Familiarity with Bill of Materials development
• Independently conduct data analysis to support program / proposal estimating

Will 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:

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 15 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

120,500 - 177,166 per year

Pay range for this job level is a general guideline only for California and/or Washington State and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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