Senior Specialist, Aerospace Engineering - Combustion

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high‑performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end‑to‑end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title Senior Specialist, Aerospace Engineering - Combustion Job Code 34317 Job Location Canoga Park, CA Job Schedule 9/80 Job Description Candidate will work in the ATF (Aero Thermal Fluids) group based out of the Canoga Park facility. The candidate’s responsibilities include but are not limited to: Utilizing a combination of commercial and in‑house developed software tools, and/or hand calculation methods to correlate analysis models, review test results, present results at program reviews, and prepare technical documentation. Perform analysis related to gas dynamics, thermodynamics, and combustion instability of space and defense propulsion systems. Perform analytical predictions and simulations of liquid rocket engines and high‑speed air‑breathing propulsion systems using computer‑based math and simulation models, deriving, creating, documenting, managing, planning verification of, and certifying design compliance to requirements and interfaces for development, production and operational environments. May coordinate risk and opportunity management for development and production programs. Essential Functions Perform analysis related to gas dynamics, thermodynamics, and combustion instability of space and defense programs as a recognized authority in an engineering specialty area. Responsible for utilizing a combination of commercial and in‑house developed software tools, and/or hand calculation methods to correlate analysis models and review test data. Provide technical mentoring and lead knowledge‑share initiatives for early career engineers. Produce analysis reports and test reports. Present analysis to both internal and external customers. On site and offsite support of qualification and verification tests of propulsion systems and components. Work with designers and project engineers by providing analysis support. Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. Preferred Additional Skills Deep knowledge of foundational and advanced principles related to gas dynamics, thermodynamics, and combustion instabilities. Extensive experience with programming in MATLAB, FORTRAN, Python, C++. Extensive experience with utilizing LINUX & HPC systems. Experience with designing and analyzing nozzles utilizing TDK. Extensive experience with utilizing COMSOL for combustion instability analysis. In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $102,000 - $189,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $88,500 - $164,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. 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 race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, 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. Many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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