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

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Job Title: Sr. Manager - Launch Vehicle Integration, Test and Launch Operations

Job Code: 14529

Job Location: Orlando, FL (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Onsite)

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

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.