Sr. Manager - Launch Vehicle Integration, Systems Test, and Launch Operations

 Launch Vehicl

Are you ready to propel your career to new heights? The Aerojet Rocketdyne Coleman Aerospace Division of L3Harris is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager to lead our Launch Vehicle Integration, Systems Test, and Launch Operations team. This pivotal role managing a highly skilled team of engineers and vehicle technicians will place you at the forefront of cutting-edge aerospace technology, where you will oversee integration and testing of our space bound hypersonic launch vehicles, culminating in the thrill of launch operations.

Essential Functions:

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians during integration and testing of launch vehicle systems.

• Develop and implement strategies for efficient and safe launch operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure launch vehicles meet technical specifications and quality requirements.

• Oversee the preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans and procedures, including ground testing and pre-launch rehearsals.

• Manage coordination with range safety, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders for successful launch campaigns.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, efficiency, and safety.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the team.

• Ability to obtain a US Security clearance.

• Willingness for occasional overtime and weekend work, to include up to 25 business travel per year to support launch operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related engineering experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related engineering experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related engineering experience.

• Minimum 12 years of experience in aerospace systems integration and testing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

• Minimum 5 years managing complex projects and leading successful hardware test campaigns.

• Minimum 10 years of experience working with aerospace electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic systems.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience operating, testing, and assembling multi-stage missile systems or comparable aerospace and/or aircraft hardware.

• Experience developing mission specific test, schedule, logistics, and launch inputs for RCC 501 Universal Documentation System.

• Experience tailoring and implementing RCC 319 launch vehicle flight safety requirements and testing.

• Experience and/or certifications related to explosive ordnance operations (blaster, user, etc.)

• Experience coordinating, directing, and performing heavy lift rigging and operations.

• Experience with USAF cargo aircraft (C-17A, C-130, etc.) handling systems, flight line, and High Altitude Airdrop Mission Support (HAAMS) heavy drop operations.

• Experience working on Missile Defense Agency hardware development program.

• Strong understanding of aerospace industry standards, ITAR, and EAR regulations.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and lead teams.