{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fd01c06c669d09f7951d8438","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fd01c06c669d09f7951d8438","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fd01c06c669d09f7951d8438","title":"Solid Rocket Propulsion Engineer","description":"Overview\nThe Sierra Lobo Rocket Technology and Engineering Services II (RTES II) contract provides advise and assist services (A&AS) at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Edwards AFB, California. AFRL conducts rocket propellant and rocket propulsion research, as well as developing associated test processes and facilities.\n\nSierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies. We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).\n\nThis position will be located at Edwards AFB, CA.\n\nEOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran\nResponsibilities\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nJoin an established team of scientists and engineers performing basic and applied research in solid rocket propulsion modeling, simulation and testing at the Air Force Research Laboratory, Rocket Propulsion Division (AFRL/RQR).\n\nThe employee will participate in analysis of existing and future solid rocket motor systems through one or more of the following activities:\n\nUsing and implementing advanced modeling and simulation software to include:\nCFD and FEA analysis of propellants, nozzles, and other components.\nHeat transfer and erosion modeling.\nUse of advanced tools to evaluate current and future programs.\nDeveloping test and analysis methods for validation of software tools.\nDesign and analysis of rocket motor components.\nInterfacing with manufacturing and testing groups/facilities and personnel.\nParticipation in multi-organization Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) involving Modeling and Simulation of Solid Rocket Motors.\nOral presentations of complex ideas involving rocket motors, modeling, and testing.\nQualifications\nREQUISITE SKILLS:\n\nAn understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.\nFamiliarity with rocket propulsion desirable, but not necessary.\nFamiliarity with CAD, CFD and FEA analysis methods desirable.\nThe candidate should have a good command of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).\nA good knowledge of the English language is required.\nThe candidate shall be able to operate in a team environment, and shall have good interpersonal, reporting and communication skills (written and verbal).\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n\nCandidates must have a B.S. degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or a similar discipline.\nEarly Career Level, 2 – 10 years relevant work experience.\nThe candidate must be a US citizen and shall be able to obtain a US security clearance.","company":"Sierralobo","rawCompany":"sierralobo","city":"Edwards","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:26:15.107Z","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":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Solid Rocket Propulsion Engineer","description":"Overview\nThe Sierra Lobo Rocket Technology and Engineering Services II (RTES II) contract provides advise and assist services (A&AS) at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Edwards AFB, California. AFRL conducts rocket propellant and rocket propulsion research, as well as developing associated test processes and facilities.\n\nSierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies. We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).\n\nThis position will be located at Edwards AFB, CA.\n\nEOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran\nResponsibilities\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nJoin an established team of scientists and engineers performing basic and applied research in solid rocket propulsion modeling, simulation and testing at the Air Force Research Laboratory, Rocket Propulsion Division (AFRL/RQR).\n\nThe employee will participate in analysis of existing and future solid rocket motor systems through one or more of the following activities:\n\nUsing and implementing advanced modeling and simulation software to include:\nCFD and FEA analysis of propellants, nozzles, and other components.\nHeat transfer and erosion modeling.\nUse of advanced tools to evaluate current and future programs.\nDeveloping test and analysis methods for validation of software tools.\nDesign and analysis of rocket motor components.\nInterfacing with manufacturing and testing groups/facilities and personnel.\nParticipation in multi-organization Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) involving Modeling and Simulation of Solid Rocket Motors.\nOral presentations of complex ideas involving rocket motors, modeling, and testing.\nQualifications\nREQUISITE SKILLS:\n\nAn understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.\nFamiliarity with rocket propulsion desirable, but not necessary.\nFamiliarity with CAD, CFD and FEA analysis methods desirable.\nThe candidate should have a good command of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).\nA good knowledge of the English language is required.\nThe candidate shall be able to operate in a team environment, and shall have good interpersonal, reporting and communication skills (written and verbal).\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n\nCandidates must have a B.S. degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or a similar discipline.\nEarly Career Level, 2 – 10 years relevant work experience.\nThe candidate must be a US citizen and shall be able to obtain a US security clearance.","datePosted":"2026-04-12T21:26:15.107Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T21:26:15.107Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Sierralobo","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Edwards","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"fd01c06c669d09f7951d8438"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fd01c06c669d09f7951d8438"}}