The Missile Propulsion Engineer will be responsible for providing technical expertise in missile development, specifically for rocket propulsion design, development, and test. This individual will serve as the primary technical interface between government program team subject matter experts and Industry contractor teams for missile propulsion. This individual will also be a part of the broader program execution team and will be responsible for generating program briefings, supporting stakeholder engagements, and providing day-to-day support to DARPA Program Managers.
TacitEdge, a Virginia corporation with reach across the United States, is an employee-focused company providing distinguished engineering, scientific, program management, and strategic services to U. S. government and commercial customers developing civil or military advanced technologies. Our team of professionals span a wide variety of disciplines and capabilities including technical, business, and defense expertise and operate on-site at client offices, or remotely, depending on the need. Our clients include elite organizations within U.S. military and civil agencies, as well as commercial startups.
Culture and Benefits
At TacitEdge, we know that people are not interchangeable and that an organization is only as good as its people. To attract and retain the best, we conduct ourselves with uncommon loyalty and respect for our team. We are a small, flat, privately-owned company, with a sharp focus on high-value work for distinguished clients. Our goal is to go above and beyond for our customers by empowering our high-performance staff, both in their daily roles and as they pursue career growth. In addition to truly competitive salaries that respect both current and new team members, full-time staff participate in our profit-sharing program. Additional benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term protection
• 401(k) retirement plans with automatic 1:1 company matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
TacitEdge Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide expertise and insight for rocket propulsion system designs and integration into overall missile designs, missile propulsion performance, and verification, validation, and testing of the propulsion system
• Develop and execute propulsion system test plans to mature design to ensure missile meets performance specifications
• Formulate program acquisition strategy and make recommendations to the Government Program Manager
• Facilitate turning technical intent into actionable program guidance, for both internal and external audiences
• Coordinate assembling, leading, and supporting Government technical teams to oversee program execution
• Provide critical reviews of work produced under Government contracts
• Monitor and report program status and contract performance
• Develop documentation for Government contracting offices
• Communicate with the organizations executing Government contracts
• Assist in the preparation of program plans and review documentation
• Support the Government Program Manager’s outreach efforts to other Government organizations
• Communicate with Government contracting offices across a variety of Federal agencies and departments
Required Qualifications
• Security Clearance: This role requires a security clearance. Active TS/SCI clearance is desired, but candidates who have previously held Secret or Top Secret clearances may be eligible.
• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of experience in rocket propulsion systems and weapons development
• B.A., B.S., or higher degree from an accredited institution in relevant Engineering, Science, or Mathematics disciplines. M.S. or Ph.D. preferred.
• Prior experience in Industry desirable
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks, stay well-organized, and deliver in a timely way despite a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Travel: Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time
$170,000 - $230,000 per year