Senior Chemical Engineer; Pyrotechnics

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.

Williams International has an exciting opportunity for an Lead Engineer to join our team.
This position is 100% onsite and no remote or hybrid is available at this time. We are looking for a candidate with subject matter expertise in the development and qualification of aerospace-related pyrotechnic and energetic components; e.g., gas generators, initiators and igniters. The Lead Engineer should be knowledgeable of and will be responsible, under minimal direction, for supporting the following specific areas of effort related to energetic devices used in WI engines:

• Creation of requirements and specifications, and verification of requirements throughout the life cycle of the product
• Interpreting relevant government regulations, requirements, procedures, and safety standards
• Component and propellant design, analysis, and manufacturing
• Development and qualification testing including planning, execution, and data reduction
• Preparation, documentation and communication of test plans and reports

• Minimum 10 years of experience in development and qualification of energetic components
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a relevant science/engineering or systems/project management discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Project Management)
• Understanding of Requirements Verification and Validation processes
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills, as well as effective negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
• Written communication skills and proficiency in document preparation
• Familiarity with applicable ammunition and explosive certification processes
• U. S. citizenship is required
• Position requires the ability to obtain a U. S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U. S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U. S. Department of State

Signing Bonus & Relocation is available

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Airlines and Aviation

Location:

Sterling Heights, MI

Sterling Heights, MI $38.00–$45.00 3 days ago