We are seeking an Associate Staff Engineer who will support technical tasks and is assigned to the Energetics Research Group under the Whiting School of Engineering. A primary responsibility of this position will be assisting in the research of the Advanced Engine and Rocket (AERo) Fuels Laboratory.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assisting in the research of the Advanced Engine and Rocket (AERo) Fuels Laboratory.
• Data collection and analysis using MATLAB / MS Excel is an essential aspect of the Laboratory.
• Testing method and procedure development for various chemical, mechanical and electrical test equipment will be performed.
• Designing of experimental apparatus using engineering principles for fluid flow and electrical heat generation will be performed.
• Light fabrication duties may include metal tube cutting, bending, assembly of experimental apparatus, and preparation of test articles.
• Providing technical support to selected working groups of the JANNAF Interagency Propulsion Committee as requested.
• Identifying and maintaining a network of resource materials, databases, and industry experts to support the WSE Energetics Research Groups? mission.
• Maintaining current awareness and participate in knowledge capture exercises through review of relevant literature and participation in industry conferences.
• Participating in project teams to execute strategic initiatives related to electronic and Internet delivery of the WSE Energetics Research Groups? products and services.
• Performing internal and external research in chemical rocket propulsion technology by preparing topical review reports and papers in selected propulsion technology areas, providing authoritative and timely answers, in both verbal and written communications, to technical and bibliographic inquiries from government and industry customer organizations, and effectively use the WSE Energetics Groups? extensive resource base and personal knowledge.
• Maintaining awareness of possible new external funding sources.

Special knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Experience with 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks) and with MatLab or similar data analysis tools, plotting packages.
• Knowledge of fluid dynamics and heat transfer fundamentals and ability to work in a lab environment.
• Practical knowledge of rocket propulsion theory and applications; familiarity with materials used in rocket propulsion systems; experience with chemical rocket propulsion system and component design, manufacturing, and testing is highly desirable.
• Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Office software.

Physical requirements 

• Position will require some amount of light manual labor (equipment assembly, light manufacturing).

Additional Requirements

• Some travel required.

• Bachelor?s Degree in mechanical/aerospace/chemical engineering, physics, or chemistry.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to nature of funding and grants ERG receives. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a U.S. Government personal security clearance in a reasonable period of time.

Classified Title: Associate Staff Engineer   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD  
Starting Salary Range: $55,800 - $97,600 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus 
Department name: ???????Energetics Research Group  
Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering 

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Johns Hopkins University remains committed to its founding principle, that education for all students should be grounded in exploration and discovery. Hopkins students are challenged not just to learn but also to advance learning itself. Critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and entrepreneurship are all encouraged and nourished in this unique educational environment. After more than 130 years, Johns Hopkins remains a world leader in both teaching and research. Faculty members and their research colleagues at the university's Applied Physics Laboratory have each year since 1979 won Johns Hopkins more federal research and development funding than any other university. The university has nine academic divisions and campuses throughout the Baltimore-Washington area. The Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, the Whiting School of Engineering, the School of Education and the Carey Business School are based at the Homewood campus in northern Baltimore. The schools of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing share a campus in east Baltimore with The Johns Hopkins Hospital. The Peabody Institute, a leading professional school of music, is located on Mount Vernon Place in downtown Bal...timore. The Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies is located in Washington's Dupont Circle area.

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