Overview
Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader providing propulsion and energetics to its space, missile defense, strategic, tactical missile and armaments customers throughout domestic and international markets. We offer a complete line of propulsion products for launch vehicles, missile defense, and advanced hypersonic propulsion. Visit our website at www.rocket.com for more information on how our employees Power the Future.
Facilities Engineering & Planning, at the Aerojet Rocketdyne Los Angeles Site, is looking to hire a Facilities Project Engineer with experience in managing projects for Manufacturing & Process equipment installations and Facility modifications.
What we can offer you:
Inspiring Company Culture – Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers Aerojet Rocketdyne
Rest and Relaxation – 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing for longer weekends. Annual week-long holiday company closure, plus company paid holidays.
Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness
Prepare for the Future – 401(k) with company match
Professional Development – Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program
Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs.
This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher.
Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each)
The responsibilities of this position include internal customer interface, external contractor interface, and leading Project Teams on a variety of Facilities Projects (such as purchase and installation of machinery & equipment, facilities upgrades & renovations, moves & rearrangements of office, lab and manufacturing functions, and other support). Primarily, these responsibilities include:
40% – Coordinating with Safety, Health & Environment (SH&E), Maintenance, Supply Management, Finance, and others for the successful planning, implementation, and completion of assigned projects.
30% – Oversight of service and construction contractors.
20% – Developing and maintaining project scope, schedule, cost, AutoCad layouts, and project specifications.
10% – Generating and reviewing/approving work authorizations and invoices for payment.
Requirements
BA/BS degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural Engineering or Architecture and at least nine (9) years related experience.
High level of Safety and Customer focus.
Strong skills in leadership, teamwork, Risk and Opportunity Management, and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, customer personnel, outside agencies, suppliers and others.
Ability to support several projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, Access & Oracle Databases.
Knowledge of local Building codes and AutoCad preferred.
Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps). While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels, partiluate and fumes. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hardhats, safety shoes, hearing protetion, and shop coat. Will also be required to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. This position will be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.
Pay range for this position:
$90,000 – $113,000
Note about pay range:
Pay range for this job level is a general guideline only for California and/or Washington State and 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.