Head of Launch Systems

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      "text": "RESPONSIBILITIES:",
      "content": "<p><strong>System Design &amp; Development</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n\n<li>Lead end-to-end design and development of a 40-ft containerized launch system for a new interceptor, meeting all performance, safety, and reliability requirements.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Architect, detailed&nbsp;design&nbsp;and&nbsp;validation&nbsp;of all&nbsp;major subsystems, including:&nbsp;\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">\n<li>Electrical systems — power distribution, control wiring, and system interfaces&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Power systems — primary and backup power, energy storage, and conversion&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Pneumatic systems — high-pressure gas management, purge, and actuation circuits&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Hydraulic systems — actuator control, pressure regulation, and fluid management&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Structural systems —&nbsp;Container mechanical&nbsp;(welded structures and mechanisms)&nbsp;design&nbsp;and&nbsp;structural,&nbsp;thermal, vibration&nbsp;, and acoustic&nbsp;analysis&nbsp;</li>\n\n\n<li>Define system-level requirements and flow down to subsystem and&nbsp;component&nbsp;levels.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Oversee trades studies, design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR), and technical baseline management.&nbsp;</li>\n\n<p><strong>Program &amp; Team Leadership</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n\n<li>Directly manage and develop a team of 3–5 engineers across mechanical, electrical, and systems disciplines.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Assign work, set priorities, conduct performance reviews, and mentor team members toward career growth.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Interface with&nbsp;internal stakeholders&nbsp;to coordinate schedules and deliverables.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Work closely with external&nbsp;customers&nbsp;to&nbsp;develop key system interfaces and requirements&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Represent the launch system in internal design reviews, customer briefings, and supplier meetings.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Own technical risk identification and mitigation planning for all launch system subsystems.&nbsp;</li>\n\n<p><strong>Development,&nbsp;Integration, Test &amp; Field&nbsp;Operations</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n\n<li>Lead&nbsp;detailed system design, operating&nbsp;as ‘player/coach’ with&nbsp;work split biased towards&nbsp;lead technical contributor&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Lead system integration and qualification testing, including functional, environmental, and acceptance testing.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Develop and review test plans, procedures, and anomaly reports.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Support field deployment and operational readiness activities at test and operational sites.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Coordinate with safety engineering to ensure compliance with all applicable range and system safety requirements.&nbsp;</li>\n</ul></li>"
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      "text": "BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:",
      "content": "<div>\n\n<li>B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.</li>\n<li>8+ yrs of progressive engineering experience in ground support, launch ground systems, or industrial/energy ground infrastructure.</li>\n\n</div>"
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      "text": "REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:",
      "content": "<div>\n\n<li>Demonstrated hands-on experience with two or more of the following system domains:&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Electrical systems (power distribution, wiring harnesses, control electronics)&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Power systems (prime power, UPS, switching, protection)&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Pneumatic systems (high-pressure gas handling, regulators, valves)&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Hydraulic systems (actuators, manifolds, fluid circuits)&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Structural/mechanical systems (fabricated ground structures, mechanisms,&nbsp;tight tolerance structures)&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Experience leading or co-leading a multi-discipline engineering team on a hardware development program.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Background in aerospace ground systems (launch vehicles, missiles, satellites) or&nbsp;a similar discipline (oil and gas,&nbsp;automotive, large field equipment)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Familiarity with requirements management, design review processes, and systems engineering fundamentals.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Ability to obtain and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a U.S. Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship&nbsp;required).&nbsp;</li>\n<li>This is an on-site role&nbsp;based in Long Beach, California.&nbsp;</li>\n\n</div>"
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      "text": "PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:",
      "content": "<div>\n\n<li>Master’s degree in engineering or a related field.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Experience with canister-based or VLS (Vertical Launch System) launch system design and integration.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Background with ISO container-based mobile systems or rapidly deployable weapon/sensor platforms.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Familiarity with MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-HDBK-17 or equivalent standards.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Experience with&nbsp;structural fabrication and inspection to AWS D1.1,&nbsp;AWS 17.1, or equivalent&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Active Secret or Top Secret/SCI security clearance.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Hands-on experience with the integration and testing of propulsion or energetics ground systems.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Knowledge of safety and reliability methodologies, including FMEA, FTA, and PHA.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Program management exposure (Earned Value, IMS, risk registers).&nbsp;</li>\n\n</div>"
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      "text": "ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:",
      "content": "<div>\n\n<li>Work&nbsp;is performed&nbsp;in a combination of office, laboratory, and field environments.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>May require work near launch structures, high-pressure systems, and energetic materials; PPE&nbsp;required.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Ability to&nbsp;lift up&nbsp;to 25&nbsp;lbs; occasionally work in confined spaces or at elevated heights.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Domestic and international travel up to 25%, including extended periods at remote test sites.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time</li>\n<li>Ability to use a computer to complete assignments</li>\n<li>Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone, and telepresence</li>\n<li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment</li>\n\n</div>"
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