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Our company is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet stringent regulatory standards and client requirements.\nPosition Overview:\nThe Rotordynamics Development and Testing Engineer will spearhead engineering process innovation and rigorous testing activities to support the manufacturing of gas centrifuges for UF6 enrichment. This role demands a proven background in rotordynamics and dynamic testing, coupled with expertise in signal processing and software development. 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