{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"da9d98ff47f72eb5c61960a8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/da9d98ff47f72eb5c61960a8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/da9d98ff47f72eb5c61960a8","title":"Solid Propulsion Development Engineer - Hypersonics","description":"Description\nLeidos is seeking a\n\nSolid Propulsion Development Engineer\n\nto lead and oversee work on a hypersonics vehicle and other programs, joining a diverse team that develops propulsion systems for spacecraft, missile systems, and a wide range of critical technologies for civil, military, and commercial space programs. This individual will work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team, interfacing with other project teams within Leidos as well as subcontractors to develop the solid propulsion system for a hypersonic vehicle.\n\nPrimary responsibilities:\nServe as lead technical engineer for task focused on design and development of critical propulsion related hardware.\n\nDesign, build, and test prototype solid rocket motor components.\n\nUnderstand and negotiate design elements with propulsion system suppliers.\n\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or other STEM degree from an ABET accredited university.\n\nMinimum of 4 years of relevant experience in rocket propulsion development or test engineering roles, 2 years with a Master's degree.\n\nUnderstanding of functional performance requirements as well as component designs for solid rocket motor applications.\n\nExperience in planning for and supporting ground testing of solid propulsion systems, including thermal characterization, environmental testing, and static firing.\n\nDemonstrated ability to conduct trade studies and develop analysis & evaluation tools.\n\nKnowledge of applicable standards and regulations, including manufacturing and testing policies and directives.\n\nAble to clearly write clear, concise, and comprehensive technical reports and present results to multi-disciplinary teams and customer stakeholders.\n\nMust be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.\n\nActive Secret security clearance required, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance if needed.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMaster's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar from an ABET accredited university.\n\nDevelopment testing experience in a rapid iteration environment.\n\nExperience with DoD, NASA, or other aerospace development projects.\n\nExperience working with government test agencies\n\nExperience with free-jet test testing, especially for solid-fuel ramjet (SFRJ) systems.\n\nExperience with missile systems in a production environment.\n\nProject planning and scheduling, including selection and management of multiple suppliers.\n\nActive Top Secret clearance.\n\nIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.\nOriginal Posting:\n\nSeptember 29, 2026\n\nFor U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.\n\nPay Range:\n\nPay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00\nThe Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.\n\nAbout Leidos\n\nLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.\n\nPay and Benefits\n\nPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.\n\nSecuring Your Data\n\nBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at .\nIf you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.\n\nCommitment to Non-Discrimination\n\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.\n#Remote","company":"Leidos","rawCompany":"leidos","city":"Reston","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-02T03:28:54.184Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"336415","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-propulsion-unit-and-propulsion-unit-parts-manufacturing"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Solid Propulsion Development Engineer - Hypersonics","description":"Description\nLeidos is seeking a\n\nSolid Propulsion Development Engineer\n\nto lead and oversee work on a hypersonics vehicle and other programs, joining a diverse team that develops propulsion systems for spacecraft, missile systems, and a wide range of critical technologies for civil, military, and commercial space programs. This individual will work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team, interfacing with other project teams within Leidos as well as subcontractors to develop the solid propulsion system for a hypersonic vehicle.\n\nPrimary responsibilities:\nServe as lead technical engineer for task focused on design and development of critical propulsion related hardware.\n\nDesign, build, and test prototype solid rocket motor components.\n\nUnderstand and negotiate design elements with propulsion system suppliers.\n\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or other STEM degree from an ABET accredited university.\n\nMinimum of 4 years of relevant experience in rocket propulsion development or test engineering roles, 2 years with a Master's degree.\n\nUnderstanding of functional performance requirements as well as component designs for solid rocket motor applications.\n\nExperience in planning for and supporting ground testing of solid propulsion systems, including thermal characterization, environmental testing, and static firing.\n\nDemonstrated ability to conduct trade studies and develop analysis & evaluation tools.\n\nKnowledge of applicable standards and regulations, including manufacturing and testing policies and directives.\n\nAble to clearly write clear, concise, and comprehensive technical reports and present results to multi-disciplinary teams and customer stakeholders.\n\nMust be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.\n\nActive Secret security clearance required, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance if needed.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMaster's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar from an ABET accredited university.\n\nDevelopment testing experience in a rapid iteration environment.\n\nExperience with DoD, NASA, or other aerospace development projects.\n\nExperience working with government test agencies\n\nExperience with free-jet test testing, especially for solid-fuel ramjet (SFRJ) systems.\n\nExperience with missile systems in a production environment.\n\nProject planning and scheduling, including selection and management of multiple suppliers.\n\nActive Top Secret clearance.\n\nIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.\nOriginal Posting:\n\nSeptember 29, 2026\n\nFor U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.\n\nPay Range:\n\nPay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00\nThe Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.\n\nAbout Leidos\n\nLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.\n\nPay and Benefits\n\nPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.\n\nSecuring Your Data\n\nBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at .\nIf you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.\n\nCommitment to Non-Discrimination\n\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.\n#Remote","datePosted":"2026-10-02T03:28:54.184Z","dateModified":"2026-10-02T03:28:54.184Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Leidos","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Reston","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"da9d98ff47f72eb5c61960a8"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/da9d98ff47f72eb5c61960a8"}}