Scientist, Systems Engineering (Mission Architecture & Advanced Concepts) in Palm Beach Gardens

• 40% - Conduct advanced concept thermodynamic design and mission architecture analyses for air-breathing propulsion systems. Develop and use integrated propulsion system models including NPSS propulsion performance models, MATLAB/Simulink, ModelCenter, trajectory analysis tools (POST, Quickshot, OTIS), Python, C/C++, and FORTRAN. Perform inlet/engine/airframe matching analyses and trajectory optimization. Conduct sensitivities and Monte Carlo analyses to support concept evaluation and risk reduction. Create concepts of operation, requirements development, and initial system architectures for advanced hypersonic concepts. \n

• 40% - Generate advanced designs and conduct performance analyses for liquid and solid rocket propulsion concepts and air-breathing engines. Develop configuration layouts and mass properties using CAD tools (Creo/NX). Create and maintain math models of propulsion systems characterizing thermodynamic, aerodynamic, fluid dynamic and mechanical operation. Utilize CFD tools for external aerodynamics, inlet performance, and nozzle analysis. Perform aeroheating analysis and stability & control assessments. Design and analyze engine control systems and control logic for solid fueled, liquid fueled, and air-breathing engines. \n

• 20% - Support Business Development activities including RFI/RFP responses, white papers, and customer briefings. Prepare and deliver technical presentations to cross-functional and integrated product teams. Lead peer reviews and participate in technical proposals describing design approach, relevant heritage, risk assessment and mitigation planning. Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced engineers. Support engineering improvement initiatives including tool development and integration, and standard work procedures. \n

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10-15%. \n, L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to , , , , , ancestry, , (including , childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), , expression, , marital status, veteran status, , genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience in propulsion system design and analysis. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience., * Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent \n

• Experience with propulsion system performance analysis and preliminary design \n

• Experience in designing, analyzing, and validating entire air-vehicles, including development of all-up-rounds (AURs). \n

• Proficiency with engineering analysis tools and programming \n

• Expertise in the development of liquid and solid rocket systems and/or air-breathing high-speed propulsion systems used in defense applications \n

• Proficiency in NPSS propulsion performance models, STK, ModelCenter, trajectory analysis tools (POST, Quickshot, OTIS), Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, SysML, and FORTRAN \n

• Working knowledge of CAD tools (Creo, NX, Pro-E) for packaging, design, and mass properties \n

• Experience with CFD tools (RANS CFD, Cart3D, Missile DATCOM) for aerodynamic analysis \n

• Experience with inlet/engine/airframe matching tools and methodologies \n

• Proficiency in aeroheating analysis tools (NASA MINIVER) \n

• Experience with FEA tools for structural analysis \n

• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and Mission Architecture tools \n

• Strong communication and presentation experience with cross-functional and integrated product teams \n

• Experience supporting Business Development activities including proposal development \n

• Knowledge of hypersonic propulsion cycles including SFRJ, LFRJ, DMRJ, and RDE systems \n

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